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45-466: Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) is a rank in the Indian police, just below Inspector General of Police . It is a rank held by Indian Police Service officers who had successfully served as Senior Superintendent of Police or Deputy Commissioner of Police (Selection Grade) and got promoted to this rank. DIG-ranked officers wear Gorget patches on their collar which have a dark blue background and

90-635: A police commissioner was set up 1861, and on the recommendation of the commission of the Police Act (Act V of 1861), was passed by the British Parliament. Under this Act a police force was created in each province of British India, and placed under the control of the provincial government. The administration of the police force of a province was vested upon an officer styled as the Inspector-general of police . The administration of

135-531: A Deputy Inspector General of Police'. Inspector-general of police#India An inspector-general of police is a senior police officer in the police force or police service of several nations. The rank usually refers to the head of a large regional command within a police service, and in many countries refers to the most senior officer of the entire national police. In Bangladesh , the Bangladesh Inspector General of Police heads

180-660: A Liberation War Museum at the Rajarbagh police line in January 2017. After the emergence of Bangladesh as an independent country on 16 December 1971, the police force was recognised and assumed the role of a national police force. In January 2004, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party led government removed the boat from the police force badge because the boat is also the symbol of the former ruling party, Bangladesh Awami League . The police had been using

225-494: A chief of regional police department with type-A classification (capital city, strategic and major/densely populated provinces), chief of divisions, special staff to the chief of national police , or deputy head of any agency under the police's territory. In Kenya , the inspector-general of police is the senior most police officer, who has the overall command of the Kenya National Police Service . In

270-650: A dark blue background which is similar to DIGs and SSPs, an oak leaf pattern is stitched on the patch; unlike DIGs and SSPs, which have a white line stitched on the patch. In Indonesia , an inspector-general of police ( inspektur jenderal polisi or abbreviated irjen (pol)) holds the third-highest rank of the Indonesian National Police (equivalent to a major general in the Indonesian National Armed Forces ). Usually, police with rank inspector-general of police became

315-496: A one-year-long training in the Bangladesh Police Academy as Outside Cadet Sub-Inspectors. After that they have partake in two years probationary period in different police units. After that they have been appointed as a full-fledged SIs in different units. Sergeants are recruited by Police Headquarters centrally. After appointment they undergo a one-year-long training course in the Bangladesh Police Academy, at

360-572: A white line stitched on it, similar to SSPs There is no limit to the number of DIGs a state can have and most states have several DIGs. DIGs are in pay band 4 ( ₹ 37,400 (US$ 450) to ₹ 67,000 (US$ 800)) with grade pay ₹ 8,900 (US$ 110). The DIGs oversee multiple police districts within their designated police ranges, ensuring efficient policing operations. Additionally, some DIGs head specialized units such as armed police, intelligence, crime branch, or administration, providing leadership and coordination in these critical areas. In Bangladesh Police ,

405-566: Is a Police Service of Pakistan officer, appointed by the federal government with consent of provincial chief minister. The rank insignia is the national emblem or one pip above a crossed sword and baton worn on shoulder flashes. In Sierra Leone the inspector general of police is the head of the Sierra Leone Police force nationally, which is one of the oldest continuously operational police services in Africa. The inspector general

450-534: Is a district community-policing cell in every district under the Superintendent of Police. The Additional SP or an ASP looks after the district community-policing cell. Secondly, in the police station level, there is a community policing cell with a full-time community policing officer (CPO), who coordinates the community policing activities in the police station jurisdiction. In 2016 Dhaka Metropolitan Police under DMP Commissioner Asaduzzaman Mia implemented

495-710: Is assisted by a deputy Iinspector general, and several assistant inspectors general. In Sri Lanka , the Inspector General of Police heads the Sri Lanka Police Service . The inspector general of police is the highest rank in the Tanzania Police Force . The inspector general of police is the highest rank in the Uganda Police Force . Since 2001, the position has been held by a two-star military general of

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540-474: Is based on factors such as merit, seniority, and the officer's professional track record. The tenure of the IGP is usually four years, though it may vary depending on governmental decisions or the officer's retirement age. Basanta Bahadur Kunwar is current Inspector General of Nepal Police. The position of IGP has been held by various distinguished officers, each contributing to the development and modernization of

585-436: Is equivalent to Joint Commissioner of police in metropolitan areas. Currently , in modern India , an inspector-general of police (IGP) is an officer from Indian Police Service . In a state, an IGP holds the third-highest rank in the hierarchy, just below the rank of additional director general of police and above deputy inspector general of police . IGP-ranked officers wear gorget patches on their collars. Although it has

630-524: Is the highest-ranking officer in the Nepal Police, tasked with leading and managing the police force throughout the country. The position is crucial in maintaining law and order, implementing policing strategies, and ensuring public safety across Nepal. The IGP is appointed by the Government of Nepal, typically from among the senior-most Additional Inspector Generals of Police (AIGs). The selection

675-562: Is the national law enforcement agency of Bangladesh , operating under the Ministry of Home Affairs . It plays a crucial role in maintaining peace, and enforcement of law and order within Bangladesh . Though the police are primarily concerned with the maintenance of law and order and security of persons and property of individuals, they also play a big role in the criminal justice system. Bangladesh Police played an important role during

720-588: Is the second highest position in the Sri Lanka Police Force. An officer in this rank is responsible for the policing of a Range which constitute a geographical area of two or more Police Divisions commanded by a Superintendent administrating few police districts, in charge of Asst. Superintendents, composed of number of police stations. In terms of section 21(3) of the Police Ordinance 'Inspector General of Police shall be deemed to include

765-637: The Bangladesh Liberation War . Details of policing activities, during the middle age are challenging to find. However, during the periods of the Bengal Sultanate , an official holding the position of Muhtasib used to perform the duties of policing. This person was the chief of police, in charge of public works, and the inspector of public ethics simultaneously. In urban areas, Kotwals were responsible for performing police duties. The policing system introduced by Sher Shah Suri

810-893: The Bangladesh Police . In Ghana , Inspector General of Police is the title of the head of the Ghana Police Service . During the British Colonial era, the British Parliament introduced the Indian Councils Act 1861 in India. The act created a new cadre of police, called Superior Police Services, later known as the Indian Imperial Police . The highest rank in the service was the Inspector General. This rank

855-606: The Bangladesh Public Service Commission (BPSC) through the competitive Bangladesh Civil Service the Bangladesh Police Academy as Probationary ASPs. After passing from the academy, they undergo an orientation training for six months in the district level as a probationer. After that they have been appointed as a full-fledged ASPs in different units. Sub-Inspectors are recruited by Police Headquarters centrally. They undergo

900-551: The Home ministry can promote them to Additional Inspector General to Inspector General of Bangladesh Police (IGP). The post of DIG or Deputy Inspector General is equivalent to the rank of governmental Joint Secretary and Brigadier of Army or so in the armed services. In Kenya , a Deputy Inspector-General of Police is a three-star rank of the Kenya National Police Service . (S)he is immediately below

945-912: The Inspector-General and immediately above the Senior Assistant Inspector-General . Two officers hold this position and they command the Kenya Police Service and the Administration Police Service respectively. Within the Royal Malaysia Police (" Polis DiRaja Malaysia " in Malay ) hierarchy, the Deputy Inspector-General of Police occupies the second most senior position, positioned below

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990-637: The Mughal period, Kotwal emerged as an institution. A Fouzdar was appointed to every administrative unit of the government (district), under whom there were some artillery and cavalry forces. There was a disciplined police system during the Mughal period, though there was no professional police force like that in the British period. In the early stage of the Industrial Revolution , when England

1035-538: The Uganda People's Defense Force . In Northern Ireland , the chief officer of the former Royal Ulster Constabulary (now replaced by the Police Service of Northern Ireland ) was titled inspector general until 1970, when following a review the post was renamed chief constable . Bangladesh Police The Bangladesh Police ( Bengali : বাংলাদেশ পুলিশ , romanized :  Bānlādēśa puliśa )

1080-635: The beat policing Dhaka city. In this regard, each Police Station is divided into some police beats, and for each beat there is an assigned Beat Policing Officer for a tenure of 2 years. Since its first mission in Namibia in 1989, the Bangladesh Police has contributed to numerous UN peace-keeping missions . List of completed and present UNPOL and FPU Peacekeeping missions participated by Bangladesh Police: Bangladesh Police has been criticized for having political influence in all levels, and

1125-612: The Inspector-General of Police and above the Commissioner of Police. Those holding this rank adorn the sultan's-crown insignia, accompanied by four five-pointed stars arranged in a diamond shape, all positioned above crossed baton and kris symbols. In Pakistan , a Deputy Inspector General of Police is a one-star rank . In Sri Lanka , according to the Police Ordinance , the rank of Deputy Inspector General

1170-745: The London model with some modifications when it organised the first Municipal Police Force, in 1833. In 1858, full control of the Indian Territory was taken over from the East India Company by the British government . The success of the London Police organised under Peel's Act of 1829 prompted the British government to reform the police system in the sub-continent in a similar way to British constabularies. With this end in view,

1215-536: The National Security Council, chaired by the president. Under the IG are two deputy inspectors-general who command the Kenya Police Service and the Administration Police Service respectively. The inspector-general is appointed for a single four-year term, and is not eligible for re-appointment. The inspector-general may be removed from office by the president only on the grounds of: In Malawi ,

1260-524: The Nepal Police. The Inspector General of Police is a pivotal figure in shaping the effectiveness of the Nepal Police, ensuring the enforcement of the law, and maintaining public trust in the security services of Nepal. An inspector-general of police heads the Nigeria Police Force . In Pakistan, the inspector general of police heads the police force of a province. The IGP is appointed at Grade BS 22 /21. The inspector general of police (IGP)

1305-419: The attack on her husband. British Government has faced criticism for its aid to Bangladesh Police which could be used to suppress dissidents. Mohammad Harun-Ur-Rashid , Superintendent of Police, is the head of Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Tejgaon division. He has faced a number of controversies. On 3 November 2019, he kidnapped the wife and minor son of Showkat Aziz Russell, Chairperson of Amber group, for

1350-498: The boat in its symbol since the independence of Bangladesh. Bangladesh Police is headed by the Inspector General of Police (IGP), under whose command, Bangladesh Police is divided into several units. Subnational units Specialized units Specialized Battalions Specialized Team Police medals are awarded every year in the annual Police Week Parade. They are awarded both for bravery and service. Bangladesh Police Medal (BPM) The recruitment process differs according to

1395-410: The causes of crime, fear of crime and community issues. Bangladesh Police have been trying to implement this philosophy nationwide. The Police Reform Program (PRP), a UNDP funded project, has been providing Bangladesh Police with technical assistance to implement community-policing nationwide. Under the strategic partnership there are: The implementation partnership starts at the district level: There

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1440-479: The event of a vacancy arising, the procedure for appointment of the inspector-general is: The IG is charged with the overall administrative management of the police force, exercises independent command over the National Police Service and performs any other functions prescribed by national legislation. Consequently, the inspector-general reports directly to the president and is also a member of

1485-671: The inspector-general of police is the head of the Malawi Police Service . S/he is appointed by the President and confirmed by the National Assembly by a majority vote. In the exercise of his/her powers the Inspector General is accountable to the Minister responsible for Police. In Malaysia , the Inspector-General of Police heads the Royal Malaysia Police . [REDACTED] The Inspector General of Police

1530-475: The level of position being recruited to, and direct entry (where an applicant does not have to start at the lowest level) is possible. The educational requirements increase with rank. A minimum bachelor's degree is required for Assistant Superintendent of Police, Sub-Inspector, and Sergeant, and for Constable, a Secondary School Certificate is required. Recruitment is conducted in the following three tiers: The Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) are recruited by

1575-530: The major decisions are taken under political conditions. Corruption is widespread among the law enforcement, with custody deaths and torture being prevalent. In 2016 January, Dhaka South City Corporation official was tortured by Dhaka Metropolitan Police members. In the same month a sub-inspector at DMP was accused of torturing and attempting to extort money from a Bangladesh Bank official. Bangladesh Police have been accused of being involved in crime including rape and murder. Bangladesh opposition party has accused

1620-695: The police in a district was placed under the Superintendent of Police . The Act is still in force throughout the sub-continent, and regulates the function of police in Bangladesh, as well as the other countries of the sub-continent. After partition of the sub-continent in 1947, the police force in Bangladesh was first named as the East Bengal Police, and then as the East Pakistan Police; however, it continued to function on

1665-571: The police of being used to suppress the opposition parities. The accountability of the police has been question by the media. 230 Police officers in Barisal Metropolitan Police created a collective bribe fund for promotions. Bangladesh Police had faced criticism after telling secular bloggers to self-censure after the Attacks on secularists in Bangladesh . Wife of Avijit Roy had accused Bangladesh Police of Inactivity during

1710-696: The post of a Deputy Inspector General of police is an important appointment. It's the third highest post in the force. Generally, a DIG commands police range. But sometimes very important responsibility is given to a DIG by the Inspector General of Police . To be a DIG and above officers must qualify in the Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS) exam. Then he/she is appointed as Assistant Superintendent of Police, following that, additional Superintendent of Police , then he/she needs to be promoted to Police Super, then Additional Deputy Inspector General and then Deputy Inspector General. If he/she performed well,

1755-609: The purpose of extortion from Gulshan and shifted them to Narayanganj . He was removed from his post in Narayanganj after the incident came to light. He continued working at the post four days after his transfer came through. The Business Standard, a Bangladeshi newspaper, described him as a "case of police impunity". He made the news first on 6 July 2011 for assaulting Zainul Abdin Farroque , Bangladesh Nationalist Party politician, opposition whip, and member of parliament. He

1800-646: The rank of Probationary Sergeant. After passing from the academy, they also undergo an orientation training of one year in the rank of probationer. Constables are recruited in the district level. They undergo a six-month-long training in the Police Training Centre as a Trainee Recruit Constable career (TRC). The main training institution of the Bangladesh Police is the Bangladesh Police Academy , established in 1912 in Sardah. The Police Staff College , which trains officers from ASP to DIG in-service,

1845-610: The same lines as during the British rule. In the Bangladesh Liberation War , Bengali-speaking police officers participated with the citizens, leading to deaths from most ranks, fighting with .303 rifles against the Pakistani Army . The resistance by the Bengali members of police at Rajarbagh and in Kushtia is considered the first chapter of armed struggles during the Bangladesh Liberation War . Bangladesh Police founded

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1890-399: Was awarded and promoted for the assault on Zainul . In November 2019, a video of him went viral, where he and other police officers were seen attacking a referee in a friendly football match. On 16 July 2024, between 2:30 and 3:00 pm, quota reform protesters and police clashed in front of Begum Rokeya University . Police fired tear gas and baton-charged to disperse students. Most of

1935-646: Was established in 2000 in Dhaka . Bangladesh Police also maintains Police Training Centre (PTC) in Tangail , Rangpur , Khulna and Noakhali . The Detective Training School was established in 1962 in Dhaka. Moreover, there are in-service training centres in different districts. In Bangladesh police, community policing is an organisation with the aims of promoting community, government and police partnerships, proactive problem solving, and community engagement to address

1980-530: Was facing grave crisis due to socio-economic transformation, the necessity of an effective organised police service was keenly felt. Sir Robert Peel , then the Prime Minister, introduced a bill in the British Parliament in 1829 which created an organised civil police in London. The success of the London police in controlling social disorder and crime was admired by not only the people of England but also of European and American countries: New York city copied

2025-581: Was further organised during the period of Emperor Akbar : the Emperor organised his administrative structure introducing Fouzdari (the principal representative of the Emperor), Mir Adal and Kazi (the head of judicial department), and Kotwal (the chief police official of larger cities). This system was effective in maintaining the law and order in cities, and was implemented in Dhaka . Many district sadar police stations are still called Kotwali police stations. In

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