Bangladesh’s law enforcement agencies are heightening security measures ahead of the 13th National Parliamentary Election as 1,340 looted firearms remain untraced from the July 2024 unrest. Out of 5,763 weapons stolen during that period, police have yet to recover a significant portion, raising concerns about potential election violence and criminal misuse. The Inspector General of Police (IGP) has ordered intensified recovery operations, including cash rewards of up to BDT 500,000 for information leading to retrieval. Police officials fear that the missing weapons could fuel black money influence and underworld activity, destabilizing both the election and national security. Intelligence briefings have identified high-risk districts such as Chattogram, Dhaka, and Khulna, where additional forces will be deployed. The Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) and cyber units are also monitoring social media for misinformation and foreign propaganda. Authorities plan a nationwide crackdown in late December to recover lost arms and prevent pre-poll violence. Candidates requesting extra protection will receive special security to ensure voter confidence and election integrity.