In a decisive tactical operation conducted amidst heightened national security, the Bangladesh Army has apprehended three individuals following the recovery of a foreign-made pistol, live ammunition, and a substantial cache of indigenous weapons. The raid took place on Tuesday, 10 February 2026, in the Nandigram Upazila of Bogra district, as part of an ongoing special drive to maintain order ahead of the national polls.
The Operation at Tetuliagari
Acting on specific intelligence, a military contingent led by Major Mehedi Hasan, Captain Zisan, and Lieutenant Fatin descended upon the Tetuliagari area within the Bhatgram Union at approximately 4:00 PM. The operation initially focused on a suspect identified as Abdus Salam.
Upon being detained, Salam reportedly admitted to the possession of illegal firearms during preliminary questioning. Following his lead, the task force conducted a meticulous search of his residence. The search yielded a high-calibre Chinese-made pistol, five rounds of live ammunition, and a staggering 35 sharp-edged indigenous weapons, including locally crafted blades and machetes.
Details of the Apprehended Suspects
Following the discovery, the military personnel detained two further accomplices suspected of involvement in the illegal arms hoard. The details of the trio are as follows:
| Name | Age | Father’s Name | Locality / Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abdus Salam | 30 | Late Abdul Jabbar | Tetuliagari, Nandigram |
| Abu Bakkar | 28 | Abdus Sattar | Tetuliagari, Nandigram |
| Parvez | 25 | Abu Musa | Rupihar, Shahjahanpur |
Legal Proceedings and Security Context
Lieutenant Fatin confirmed the successful conclusion of the raid, noting that the seized contraband and the suspects have been handed over to the local police for formal processing. Legal proceedings under the Arms Act are expected to be initiated immediately.
This raid comes at a critical juncture for the region. With the 13th National Parliamentary Election scheduled for tomorrow, the military’s presence has been intensified across Bogra to deter “criminal elements” and prevent the potential use of such arsenals for voter intimidation or political violence. The sheer volume of indigenous weapons—often used in grassroots-level skirmishes—indicates a significant disruption of local militant capabilities.
The district administration has reiterated its “zero-tolerance” policy regarding illegal arms, warning that similar intelligence-led operations will continue until the electoral process is finalised.
