Md. Ali Hossain Fakir-File Photo

DHAKA, Feb 24, 2026 (BSS) - The government has appointed Md. Ali Hossain Fakir as the new Inspector General of Police (IGP) replacing Baharul Alam, according to a notification issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs today.

Prior to his promotion, Md. Ali Hossain Fakir was serving as Additional Inspector General of Police and Chief of the Armed Police Battalion (APBN). 

A member of the 15th batch of the BCS (Police) cadre, Fakir hails from Bagerhat district. 

Over the course of his career, he has held several important positions within the police department, earning recognition for his professional competence and leadership.

The official notification issued by the Home Ministry confirmed that the promotion takes effect immediately.