Dhaka, Feb. 19 -- The National Emergency Helpline - 999 - was launched to provide immediate assistance to citizens during crises such as accidents, crimes, fires, or medical emergencies. However, recent developments have raised concerns about the service still being under the influence of an Awami League-linked syndicate and an Indian software company, potentially compromising national security.
The National Emergency Service (999) was initially conceptualized by Sajeeb Wazed Joy, son of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. It was first introduced as the "999-National Help Desk (NHD)" and operated under the ICT Division.
Later, the project was transferred to the Ministry of Home Affairs and is now managed by Bangladesh Police (Police Tele...