Dhaka, March 23 -- In the wake of the approaching Eid festivities, the nation finds itself grappling with a surge in criminal activities, notably mugging and snatching, which have reached alarming proportions, permeating even the heart of the capital.

While law enforcement agencies have launched concerted efforts to stem this tide, their endeavours often seem futile against the tide of criminality.

Recent reports paint a distressing picture, with a spate of incidents unfolding across the cityscape.

Over the past few days alone, the metropolis witnessed a staggering tally of at least 20 brazen snatching and mugging episodes, leading to the apprehension of over 100 perpetrators.

Despite these intensive crackdowns, the relentless onslaug...