DNCC chief warns against leaking official info

Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) Administrator Md Safiqul Islam Khan on Tuesday warned that employees involved in leaking confidential office information or violating official discipline would face strict legal and departmental action.

“No misconduct, including sending confidential office information and orders outside the organisation, will be tolerated,” he said. 

An investigation was already underway in this regard, and action would be taken if the allegations were proven, he added.

The DNCC administrator made the remarks at a discussion and doa mahfil organised by the corporation’s Jatiyatabadi Labour and Employees Union on Tuesday to mark National Revolution and Solidarity Day.

Emphasising the need to protect the corporation’s reputation and ensure transparency, he said everyone, irrespective of political affiliation, must abide by the law.

“The city corporation is a service-oriented organisation, and providing services to city dwellers is our primary responsibility,” he said. 

The corporation was working to address the reluctance and discomfort people had long experienced while seeking services and establish a transparent and accountable system of governance, he added.

Safiqul also warned contractors against compromising work quality or violating government rules and regulations.

“Decisions will be made on legitimate and lawful matters. However, the doors of the corporation will remain closed to dishonest contractors and those delivering substandard work. There is no scope for unlawful demands,” he said.

On the country’s political situation, he stressed the need to maintain democratic practices and promote healthy and positive politics.

Referring to the ideals of Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman, the administrator said words and actions must be consistent to translate political principles into reality.

He said the authorities were trying to resolve the legitimate demands of workers and employees through discussions with the ministry and relevant authorities.

However, he urged all employees to perform their assigned duties with honesty and dedication while adhering to their respective rules and responsibilities.

Senior DNCC officials, representatives from different zones, and leaders of the Jatiyatabadi Sramik Dal and the employees’ union attended the programme.