Bangladesh Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed announced that police hotlines will remain active to prevent extortion and robbery involving vehicles transporting sacrificial animals ahead of Eid-ul-Azha. Speaking to reporters at the Secretariat on Tuesday afternoon, he said authorities will take immediate action upon receiving any complaints. A monitoring cell at the police headquarters will operate for 14 days before and after Eid to maintain law and order.

The minister also stated that 200 million taka has been allocated for distributing salt to preserve sacrificial animal hides. Security personnel assigned for Eid duties have been instructed to remain on high alert to ensure public safety. Additionally, he confirmed that all garment workers’ salaries and allowances will be paid before Eid, following agreements with BGMEA and BKMEA.

These measures aim to ensure a safe and orderly environment during the Eid-ul-Azha period, addressing both public security and economic preparedness across key sectors.