The most successful operation in history led by Police Commissioner Haseeb Aziz, OC Babul Azad played an important role
In one of the most important and discussed operations in recent times to maintain law and order in Chittagong Metropolitan City, the Chittagong Metropolitan Police (CMP) has arrested three terrorists, including the second-in-command of the top terrorist Baro Sajjad Group, a fugitive accused in the sensational eight murder case of Bahaddarhat and a professional killer, Md. Abdul Qayyum Chowdhury alias Rimon alias Emon, who is serving a life sentence. Foreign firearms, SMG, a large quantity of bullets and a motorcycle used in criminal activities were recovered in this operation. Many are calling this operation conducted to ensure the safety of the city residents as one of the most successful police operations in recent memory.
Various police units participated in this operation conducted under the strategic guidance and strict monitoring of the Honorable Police Commissioner of CMP, Hasib Aziz, BPM. This successful operation is a reflection of the consistent strict stance taken to curb crime in Chittagong metropolis under his leadership. According to police sources, on the night of March 10, 2026, a smart police team under the supervision of the Additional Police Commissioner (Crime and Ops) of CMP and led by DC (South) and Officer-in-Charge of Chawkbazar Police Station Babul Azad conducted an operation based on secret information. Notorious terrorist Abdul Qayyum Chowdhury, who had been in hiding for a long time, was arrested from Chawkbazar Police Station area.
The role of Chawkbazar Police Station OC Babul Azad and his team has been particularly discussed in this operation. Through an operation conducted with great skill, courage and professionalism, they were able to arrest a dangerous terrorist who had been wanted by the police for a long time. They are being praised by the law enforcement agencies and the general public for this operation. After the arrest, a foreign revolver (three to two bore) and 9 rounds of bullets were recovered in the Chawkbazar area based on the information provided by Abdul Qayyum Chowdhury. The investigation confirmed that these weapons and bullets were previously looted from the Pahartali Police Station of the CMP. The matter is being considered a very important source for the police. According to police information, Abdul Qayyum Chowdhury is not just an ordinary terrorist. He has been working as one of the main organizers and second-in-command of the top terrorist Bara Sajjad Group for a long time. He played an important role in various murders, extortion, controlling Balumahal and running a criminal network. He is a fugitive accused serving a life sentence in the sensational eight murder case in Bahaddarhat. For a long time, he had been operating in the criminal world in hiding and planning and coordinating various terrorist activities from behind the scenes.
Based on the information provided by the arrested Qayyum, another special operation was conducted under the leadership of the DC (North) of CMP and the officer-in-charge of Panchlaish police station. In the operation conducted in the Panchlaish police station area, another member of the Sajjad group, Monir, was arrested. A Brazilian Taurus (nine MM) pistol and a motorcycle were recovered from him. Police investigation confirmed that the recovered pistol was also looted from the Doublemooring police station of CMP earlier. As a result, a new dimension was added to the police investigation as several looted weapons were recovered through this operation. Later, according to the information provided by Monir, a raid was conducted in the Bayezid Bostami police station area in the early hours of the morning and his associate Sayem was arrested. According to Sayem’s confession and evidence, an SMG, two magazines and 50 rounds of bullets were recovered hidden in the Khulshi police station area. During interrogation, it was revealed that these weapons and bullets were collected from hill terrorists of Khagrachari. This proves that there is a strong network of interconnection and weapons supply between terrorist groups.
Police said that there are a total of 10 cases against the arrested Monir and Sayem under the murder, robbery, extortion and arms act. They were involved in various criminal activities for a long time and were playing an active role in conducting terrorist activities in the city. Police also said that a video clip of Abdul Qayyum Chowdhury taking oath regarding the recruitment of new members of the Sajjad group has been recovered. This video is believed to provide important information about the internal workings of the terrorist organization and their organizational structure. During the initial interrogation, the arrested accused confessed that they used to participate in various criminal activities like murder, robbery, extortion and controlling Balumahal on the orders of top terrorist Boro Sajjad. Especially in the recent shooting incident at the house of a businessman in Chandanpura area, Abdul Qayyum Chowdhury was the main planner and coordinator. Police said that the arrested initially confessed that the three recovered weapons may have been used in that incident. The matter will be confirmed through ballistic tests. The concerned people believe that through this successful operation, it has been possible to dismantle an important part of a terrorist network that has been active in Chittagong Metropolitan City for a long time. The operation is believed to have been successful due to the strong leadership of Police Commissioner Hasib Aziz, strategic planning and the courageous role of the police at the field level. In particular, the professionalism and courage of Chawkbazar Police Station OC Babul Azad and his team have played an important role in this operation. Chittagong Metropolitan Police said that the operation will continue to arrest other associates of the arrested accused and recover more weapons and ammunition. The city residents expect that through such continuous tough operations, it will be possible to eradicate terrorism, extortion and illegal gun violence from Chittagong Metropolitan City and the law and order situation in the city will be more stable.
Additional PP Advocate MN Lokman Shah’s opinion – Regarding this successful police operation, Additional PP Advocate MN Lokman Shah said, Chittagong Metropolitan Police has conducted one of the most courageous and important operations in recent times. The arrest of long-time fugitive and dangerous terrorists and the recovery of huge arms and ammunition is a major success in maintaining law and order. He further said that this strong step of CMP under the leadership of Police Commissioner Haseeb Aziz will increase confidence among the city dwellers and give a clear message to the terrorists that no one will get away with committing crimes. Especially at the field level, the courageous role of Chawkbazar Police Station OC Babul Azad and his team deserves praise. Advocate Lokman Shah expressed the hope that if such continuous operations by the law enforcement agencies continue, terrorism, extortion and illegal weapons violence will reduce to a great extent in Chittagong Metropolitan City. Below are brief opinions written by ordinary citizens – which can be used in news reports. Reaction of the general public: The successful operation of the Chittagong Metropolitan Police, which resulted in the arrest of three associates of the top terrorist Bara Sajjad Group and the recovery of a huge amount of weapons, has brought relief to the city residents. People from different walks of life have applauded the initiative of the police.
1. Mohammad Jahangir Alam (Businessman, Chawkbazar): “The way the police took the risk and arrested these dangerous terrorists is truly commendable. We, the businessmen, are feeling a lot of relief from this.”
2. Md. Abdul Karim (Shopkeeper, Panchlaish): “These terrorists had been creating terror in the area for a long time. This successful police operation has proven that the criminals will eventually be caught.”
3. Rashed Mahmud (Teacher, Lalkhan Bazar): “The strict stance of the law enforcement agencies is very important for the society. This police operation has sent a positive message to the society.”
4. Hosne Ara Begum (Housewife, Chandanpura): “We have suffered from insecurity for a long time due to terrorists. We are grateful for this initiative of the police.”
5. Md. Saiful Islam (rickshaw puller, Kotwali): “We ordinary people want to live in peace. If the police conduct raids like this, the criminals will no longer be able to raise their heads.”
6. Md. Kamal Uddin (Businessman, Bahaddarhat): “The arrest of the terrorists who had disturbed the city through murder and extortion is a very important event.”
7. Nasir Uddin (Student, Khulshi): “This police operation is also a big message for the young community—the path of crime is never safe.”
8. Md. Shahidul Islam (Employee, Bayezid): “The way the CMP is conducting operations under the leadership of the commissioner is building trust among the city residents.”
9. Nurul Amin (Autorickshaw driver, Muradpur): “We were afraid to even walk on the road because of the terrorists. Now it seems that the situation will gradually improve.”
10. Shahana Akhter (Student, Chawkbazar): “This brave operation by the police is truly commendable. We want such operations to be regular.” The city dwellers expect that if such strong and consistent steps by the law enforcement agencies continue, terrorism, extortion and illegal weapons will be reduced to a large extent from Chittagong Metropolitan City and the common people will be able to live a safe life. Opinions of Journalist Leaders The recent successful operation by the Chittagong Metropolitan Police in which members of a top terrorist group were arrested and a huge cache of arms and ammunition was recovered is receiving positive reactions from various quarters. Journalist leaders have also praised the operation. Chittagong Journalists Union President Riaz Haider Chowdhury said, “This successful operation by the Chittagong Metropolitan Police is undoubtedly an important step in maintaining law and order. The arrest of fugitive and dangerous terrorists and the recovery of a large amount of weapons is a major success in ensuring the safety of the city’s residents. The efficiency and professionalism with which the CMP is working under the leadership of Police Commissioner Hasib Aziz is truly commendable. Due to his strong leadership, positive changes are being observed in controlling the law and order situation in Chittagong.”
He also said, “If such a courageous and responsible operation by the police continues, we hope that terrorism, extortion and crime will come under control in the city to a large extent.” On the other hand, Salauddin Reza, the main president of the Chittagong Press Club, said, “This operation by the Chittagong Metropolitan Police is a significant success in recent times. The arrest of members of the top terrorist group and the recovery of a large amount of weapons prove that the law and order forces are taking a tough stance against criminals. Police Commissioner Hasib Aziz is working very efficiently to control the law and order situation in the city, which deserves praise.” He added, “Such continuous police operations are very necessary to ensure the safety of city residents. We hope that the CMP will continue to work to suppress crime with the same courage and professionalism in the future as well.”
The dark chapter of Chittagong’s underworld: The rise and bloody history of Bara Sajjad
Chittagong is the port city—the economic gateway to Bangladesh. But this city also has another dark history, where gunfire, extortion, encroachment, and gang warfare have long caused terror. One of the most notorious names in that underworld is Sajjad Ali, known to everyone as “Big Sajjad.” His real name is Sajjad Ali or Sajjad Hossain Khan, according to various sources. In the late nineties, he rose rapidly in the criminal world of Chittagong and soon became one of the most feared terrorists in the city. Rise to the world of terrorism Big Sajjad entered the world of crime from the violent wing of student politics. At that time, armed groups were formed in Chittagong through the cadres of various political student organizations. In that environment, Sajjad became known as an armed cadre. Within a short time, he formed his own gang and began to influence important areas of the city. In particular, Bayezid Panchlaish, Chandgaon, Hathazari, Patenga, his forces have been involved in extortion, illegal business occupation, arms trade and gang control in these areas for a long time. The “Bahaddarhat Eight Murders” incident is one of the most discussed incidents in the criminal history of Chittagong. In that incident, 8 people were killed at once, among whom were six leaders and activists of the Chhatra League. The name of Bora Sajjad was involved in this incident and at one time he was even convicted in a case. Later he was acquitted in the High Court. After this incident, his name spread terribly in the underworld of Chittagong. Allegations of murder and violence Bora Sajjad is accused of many murders and terrorist incidents. According to information from the media and law enforcement agencies, his name came up in the murder of a councilor in 1999. There are allegations of serial attacks on members of rival terrorist groups. His forces used to demand crores of taka from businessmen for extortion. There are allegations that several “contract killings” were carried out on his orders. Even while sitting abroad, he is alleged to have threatened to kill people through phone and online apps. A businessman alleged that Sajjad called him from abroad and threatened him, “Your time is up, eat what you can eat.” He fled abroad and was arrested by the police around 2000 with an AK-47 rifle. But later released on bail, law enforcement believes that he fled the country around 2004. Since then, he has been abroad for a long time. According to police information, there is an international Interpol red notice against him. He also runs a crime network in Chittagong from abroad. Sajjad Bahini A powerful criminal network was formed under the elder Sajjad.
The work of this force was extortion, fraud, control of business,
land grabbing, stockpiling weapons, contract killings. In the language of the police, this network is known as the “Sajjad Bahini”. Later, his associate Sajjad Hossain (younger Sajjad) started running criminal activities on his behalf in Chittagong. Gang warfare and new clashes: There has been a long-standing conflict between Sajjad’s gang and other terrorist groups in the Chittagong underworld. In particular,
Sarwar Hossain Ali Akbar (Dhakaiya Akbar)
He had a dispute with these gang members. In 2025, Dhakaiya Akbar was shot dead in a gang clash in Patenga, after which the involvement of the Sajjad group was alleged. Current situation According to law enforcement agencies – Bara Sajjad is still a fugitive and is accused of running a criminal network abroad. His gang is still active in various areas of Chittagong. Even in 2026, there were allegations of demanding crores of taka from businessmen. How many people have been killed? The exact number of murders committed against Bara Sajjad directly or through his gang has not been officially published. However, according to information from various cases, 8 people were killed in a gang clash in Bahaddarhat, multiple murders, attacks on rival groups, and his name is mentioned by law enforcement sources as being involved in many murder cases. Bara Sajjad is a dark chapter in the criminal history of Chittagong. Starting from the violence of student politics to controlling the city’s underworld – his rise highlights a terrifying reality of urban crime politics in Bangladesh. A long list of weapons, extortion, gang warfare and murders has made him one of the most controversial characters in Chittagong’s criminal history. “There is only one thing going on among the common people of Chittagong now – this long reign of terror cannot be tolerated any longer. People are tired and terrified of the politics of murder, extortion and gang capture for years. Many are of the opinion that this empire of terror cannot be broken without a strong campaign. Therefore, the demand to eliminate criminals and restore peace in the city through strict enforcement of the law is now on the lips of the people.”