The interim government plans to procure at least 40,000 body-worn cameras for police in order to enhance security at polling centres during the next election.
The matter was discussed at a meeting chaired by Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus at the State Guest House Jamuna in the capital on Saturday, according to a statement from the CA Press Wing.
Chief Adviser's Special Assistant Faiz Ahmad Taiyeb said the procurement of 40,000 bodycams was at the final stage. The devices would help secure thousands of risky polling centres.
"We are aiming to procure the bodycams by October so police officers can receive adequate training on their key features, including AI capabilities," he said.
The chief adviser instructed the officials concerned to expedite the process and ensure proper training for thousands of police personnel.
"We must guarantee complete security at all polling centres, whatever the cost. Our goal is to make the February election the most free, fair, and peaceful in the country's history," he said.
Home Affairs Adviser Lt Gen (retd) Jahangir Alam Chowdhury and the Chief Adviser's Special Assistant Khuda Baksh Chowdhury attended the meeting.
Bangladesh authorities have approached three companies from Germany, China and Thailand for the devices.
Police officers and constables will wear the devices on their chests while on election duty.
During the meeting, Faiz also unveiled plans to launch an Election App for the upcoming polls.
The app will provide comprehensive information on the February election, including candidate details, updates on polling centres, and features for submitting complaints.
The CA urged officials to fast-track the app's launch and ensure it is user-friendly for the country's more than 100 million voters.
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