S. M. Sazzat Ali
S. M. Sazzat Ali | |
|---|---|
এস. এম. সাজ্জাত আলী | |
Ali in 2025 | |
| 37th Police Commissioner of Dhaka Metropolitan Police | |
| Assumed office 20 November 2024[1][2] | |
| Appointed by | Minister of Home Affairs |
| Preceded by | Md. Mainul Hasan |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Sheikh Mohammad Sazzat Ali March 25, 1961 Dhaka District, East Pakistan, Pakistan |
| Nationality | Bangladeshi |
| Alma mater | Bangladesh Police Academy |
| Known for | Chief of Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) |
| Awards | Bangladesh Police Medal - Service |
| Police career | |
| Unit | |
| Allegiance | Bangladesh |
| Branch | Bangladesh Police |
| Service years | 1984–present |
| Status | Active |
| Rank | Additional IGP |
S. M. Sazzat Ali, NDC (March 25, 1961) is an officer of the Bangladesh Police and the 37th Commissioner of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police.[3][4]
Early life and education
S. M. Sazzat Ali was born in a Muslim family in Dhaka District.[5] He obtained Bachelor of Social Sciences (BSS) and Master of Social Sciences (MSS), as well as an LLB degree, from the University of Dhaka.[6]
Career
He joined Bangladesh Police as assistant superintendent in 1984 through the 6th BCS.[7] He served in metropolitan police, ranges, various districts and units with professionalism and distinction.
Ali held the post of Commissioner of the Khulna Metropolitan Police in 2004.[8] He also served as Superintendent of Police in Luxmipur, Bagerhat, Narail, and parts of Dhaka Metropolitan Police.[9]
Other major roles included Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Chattogram Range, Dhaka Range, and Police Headquarters, as well as Principal of Bangladesh Police Academy, Sardah. He also served in CID's Detective Training School and as Additional IGP at the Police Headquarters.[10]
He participated in several international trainings such as the Officers Survival Course and Senior Crisis Management Course in the USA, and a policy and administration program with the Japan Police. He completed the National Defense Course (NDC) in 2009. He served in UN Peacekeeping Missions in Cambodia (1993), Kosovo (2000), and Liberia (2005).
As per a government order dated 23 March 2025, Ali was retrospectively promoted to the rank of Inspector General of Police (IGP) from 12 January 2017.[11]
He took charge as DMP Commissioner on 21 November 2024, succeeding Md. Mainul Hasan.[12] His appointment came on a contractual basis for two years after the fall of the Awami League-led government and subsequent formation of a Police Reform Commission.[13] He is a recipient of the President Police Medal (PPM) in recognition of his courageous and skilled service.[6]
Notable contributions
On 13 January 2025, Sheikh Md. Sajjad Ali NDC introduced a directive to ensure quicker police response after filing a General Diary (GD). Under this policy, police must reach the location within one hour and begin a preliminary investigation.[10]
Personal life
He is married to Mrs. Rahena Sultana and has three kids.
See also
References
- ^ "IGP, DMP Commissioner removed -". The Daily Observer. 20 November 2024. Archived from the original on 2024-11-20.
- ^ "Baharul made new IGP, Sazzad DMP commissioner". The Daily Star. 20 November 2024.
- ^ "ডিএমপি কমিশনার হলেন শেখ সাজ্জাদ আলী" [Sheikh Sajjad Ali appointed as DMP Commissioner]. NTV Online (in Bengali). 2024-11-20. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ "ডিএমপির নতুন কমিশনার সাজ্জাত আলী" [New DMP Commissioner Sajjad Ali]. The Daily Star. 20 November 2024. Archived from the original on 18 April 2025. Retrieved 20 November 2024.
- ^ "ডিএমপি কমিশনার হিসেবে দায়িত্বভার নিলেন শেখ মো. সাজ্জাত আলী". Shomoyer Alo (in Bengali). 21 November 2024. Archived from the original on 2024-11-22.
- ^ a b "Biography of Commissioner – Dhaka Metropolitan Police". Retrieved 2025-06-05.
- ^ "Brought out of retirement, Baharul Alam named new IGP, Sajjad Ali DMP commissioner". bdnews24.com. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ "2 cops, 1 Ansar hurt in bomb attack". The Daily Star. 29 April 2004. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ "Who are the new IGP and new DMP commissioner?". The Business Standard. 20 November 2024. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ a b "নতুন ডিএমপি কমিশনার কে এই শেখ সাজ্জাদ আলী" [Who is Sheikh Sajjat Ali, the new DMP Commissioner?]. Daily Bhorer Kagoj. 20 November 2024. Retrieved 20 November 2024.
- ^ "Baharul Alam new IGP, Sheikh Sajjad Ali new DMP chief". banglanews24.com (in Bengali). 2024-11-20. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ "Baharul new IGP, Sajjat DMP commissioner". Jagonews24.com. Retrieved 20 November 2024.
- ^ "Govt finalises 5 of 6 reform commissions". The Daily Star. 2024-10-04. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
External links
- Media related to S. M. Sazzat Ali at Wikimedia Commons