The Bangladesh government has ordered the compulsory retirement of 17 senior police officials, including 16 Deputy Inspectors General (DIGs) and one Additional DIG. The decision was announced on Sunday, May 3, 2026, through a circular issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs. The circular was signed by Senior Secretary Manjur Morshed Chowdhury and stated that the officers would receive retirement benefits as per existing regulations. The order takes immediate effect in the public interest.

According to the ministry’s announcement, the retirement decision applies to officers at the DIG level, a senior rank within the Bangladesh Police. The circular did not specify the reasons behind the move beyond citing public interest. The decision marks a significant administrative action within the country’s law enforcement structure.

The order’s immediate enforcement indicates the government’s intent to implement the change without delay, though no further details were provided regarding replacements or future postings.