By Staff Correspondent | The Daily Ajker Kantha
More than one hundred trainee police constables were allegedly dismissed without formal inquiry or written notice from six police training institutions across Bangladesh during the 17-month tenure of the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus.
The affected recruits claim they were removed summarily, just as they were preparing for their final parade, effectively ending their hopes of serving in the police force.
According to documents and testimonies obtained by The Daily Ajker Kantha, the dismissals took place at the following institutions:
Police Training Centre, Tangail — Batch 54
Police Training Centre, Khulna — Batch 57
Bangladesh Police Academy, Sardah — Batch 167
Police Training Centre, Rangpur — Female Recruit Batch 24
Police Training Centre, Alikadam
Police Training Centre, Noakhali
APBn and Specialized Training Centre, Khagrachhari — Batch 10
‘Orders from Above’
Several dismissed recruits allege that no departmental investigation was conducted prior to their termination. They also claim they were not served any show-cause notices or given an opportunity to defend themselves.
“We were waiting for our final parade,” said one dismissed male constable on condition of anonymity. “Suddenly we were told that we were no longer required. When we asked for written reasons, we were simply told it was ‘orders from above.’”
Another recruit explained that many remained silent for months out of fear that speaking out against the administration could jeopardize their chances of future government employment.
Double Struggle for Female Recruits
Female recruits from the Rangpur centre described the decision as especially devastating.
“We fought twice as hard to reach this stage,” said one former trainee. “We overcame family and social barriers and completed rigorous training. Yet we were dismissed without any clear reason or the chance to defend ourselves.”
Human and Financial Toll
Most of the dismissed trainees come from lower- and middle-income families. Several reported that their families had sold land or taken high-interest loans to support their training. The sudden loss of employment has left many facing severe financial hardship, social embarrassment, and psychological distress.
Some have reportedly been forced to seek low-income alternative jobs to survive.
Call for Independent Investigation
Following the formation of the newly elected government, the dismissed recruits have broken their silence and are demanding an independent and impartial investigation into the matter. They are calling for reinstatement if no misconduct can be proven.
“We are not anti-state,” one of the affected trainees said. “We only wanted to serve our country. If we have committed any wrongdoing, let it be proven. But punishment without investigation is unjust.”
Observers say the controversy raises serious questions about administrative transparency and due process during the interim period. Many are now urging the authorities to examine the circumstances behind the dismissals and ensure justice for the affected young recruits.
