According to an official order signed by DMP Joint Commissioner Faruq Hossain, prior approval from higher authorities is now mandatory before arresting any suspects named in the cases filed in connection with the recent public uprising. The directive cites the large number of named individuals in such cases and requires credible evidence—including victim or eyewitness testimony, audio-visual proof, photographs, and mobile call records—before proceeding with arrests. Hossain emphasized the importance of protecting innocent individuals from harassment while ensuring actual offenders are held accountable. He also noted that personal rivalries have sometimes led to the wrongful inclusion of innocent people. A similar directive had been issued earlier on September 10, barring the arrest of government officials without substantial evidence.