DHAKA, Aug 17, 2026 (BSS) - Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) Administrator and valiant freedom fighter Md Abdus Salam today said a registration system will be introduced to bring order to hawker businesses on footpaths and roads in the capital to operate them at designated places and times.  "Proposed Hawker Management Policy aims to ensure hawkers' employment while keeping pedestrian and vehicular movement normal, restoring road discipline and building a safe, pedestrian-friendly and hygienic city," he said. Speaking at an exchange meeting with hawker representatives at Nagar Bhaban today, he made the remark. The administrator said registered hawkers' business category, designated zone or location, stall size, operating hours and monthly fee would be specified in their registration certificates.  No one else could occupy their designated places or demand extortion money for their use, he noted. He informed that a one-time registration fee of Taka 5,000 and an annual renewal fee of Taka 2,500 have been proposed, along with a monthly fee of Taka 3,000 per hawker for use of city corporation space, cleanliness and overall management.  Each registered hawker would receive an identity-bearing smart card or licence containing a barcode and QR code for verification and the licence would be non-transferable, he said. He disclosed that only one licence has been proposed for each family. He also revealed that plans also been taken to operate 'holiday markets' on weekly and government holidays and 'night markets' after office hours in commercial and densely populated areas.  He cautioned that action could also be taken against unlicensed hawkers. Hawker representatives demanded lower registration and monthly fees, rehabilitation, organizational representation and measures for narrow footpaths.   

RANGPUR, Aug 17, 2026 (BSS) - Rangpur Metropolitan Police (RpMP) Commissioner Mohammad Abdul Mabud has said police member's speech, behavior, movement and performance during duty hours should reflect professionalism.  “To further strengthen the public's trust and respect for the police, police members must behave responsibly, humanely and professionally from their respective positions,” he said.  He made the observation while presiding over the monthly welfare meeting of RpMP held at Rangpur Metropolitan Police Lines Auditorium on Monday.    Various issues including welfare of police members, their honesty and dedication, discipline, people-friendly policing, health awareness, refraining from online gambling and unethical financial transactions and responsible use of social media were discussed in the meeting.    The RpMP Commissioner said that every member of police must work towards the goal that the public should look upon a uniformed police member with respect as a responsible person engaged in the service of the country and the people.    “In the implementation of the law, no person should be treated in an indecent manner or unnecessary force should be used,” he said.    Along with taking necessary measures according to the law, humane and polite behavior should be ensured.    Establishing people-friendly policing is possible only by strengthening mutual trust and involvement between the police and the public.  Senior police officers should listen carefully to junior members and give chance to express problems, sorrows, anger or complaints to resolve those through institutional and legal processes.    He said that good health is one of the greatest assets of a person. Even if there is not always an opportunity for regular PT-parade or sports, every member should get used to exercising, walking and living a healthy lifestyle on their own initiative.  He warned the police members that no member should be involved in online gambling, unethical transactions or illegal financial activities.    He urged the police to follow government instructions and regulations properly in the use of social media.    The programme of giving awards, certificates of appreciation and formal recognition to members for their efficiency and dedication in performing their duties will continue.  “Recognition of good work will not only encourage the police members but also play a positive role in their professional lives,” he said.  Additional Commissioners of Police (Admin and Finance) Naresh Chakma, Deputy Commissioners (DC) of Police (Crime and Ops) Tofail Ahmed, Sanatan Chakraborty (DB) and Maruf Ahmed (Traffic) and Additional DC of Police (Crime, Traffic) Shariful Alam, officers and police members were present.