Khulna, Nov. 15 -- No police officer with a controversial background will be assigned to leadership roles in the upcoming national election, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Baharul Alam said on Saturday.

"Although the list of controversial officers has not been prepared yet, SPs and DIGs of the respective districts are in the process of identifying them," he told reporters at a press briefing at the Khulna Metropolitan Police (KMP) lines.

Earlier, the IGP attended an internal training programme aimed at preparing police personnel to conduct the next election in a fair and peaceful manner.

He said people across the country are eagerly waiting to cast their votes, while the current interim government is committed to ensuring a free, im...