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RAJSHAHI, July 14, 2026 (BSS) - RAB-5 in Rajshahi has launched a unique initiative to raise public awareness and encourage community participation in preventing drug abuse, cybercrime, juvenile gangs, border smuggling and other social crimes.

As part of the initiative, a meeting was held with the participation of senior officials from various government offices in Rajshahi, teachers, journalists, members of law enforcement agencies and other distinguished citizens.

The meeting was held today at the Rajshahi College auditorium with RAB-5 Commanding Officer (CO) Lieutenant Colonel Khandaker Mahmudur Rahman in the chair. Rajshahi Divisional Commissioner Dr A.N.M. Bazlur Rashid attended the programme as the chief guest.
 
Rajshahi Metropolitan Police Commissioner Mohammad Faizul Kabir, Rajshahi District Police Superintendent Mohammad Naimul Hasan, Rajshahi College Principal Dr. Mohammad Ibrahim Ali, RAB-5 Major Manjurul Kabir Pial, and officials from various government departments were present.

At the meeting, RAB-5 gave an awareness presentation on drug abuse, cybercrime, teen gangs, the reasons behind youth involvement in crime and its prevention, border smuggling, educational institution security, violence against women and children, social crimes, and traffic and road safety. 
They also highlighted RAB-5’s recent successful anti-drug operations, arms recoveries, and other achievements in crime prevention.
 
In his speech as chief guest, Divisional Commissioner Dr. A.N.M. Bazlur Rashid said RAB is one of the country’s most efficient and trusted forces. 
He praised RAB’s role in crime prevention, especially in anti-drug operations. He noted that RAB shows the utmost sincerity in carrying out any responsibility it takes on, which has earned the force public trust and confidence.
He called on people from all walks of life to work in coordination with RAB.

Other speakers said that not just law enforcement, but raising awareness and securing public cooperation is the most effective way to control crime.