A total of 14.568 people were arrested during the last 12 days of countrywide special joint operation by police. BDR and Ansar, according to police.

Besides. 210 illegal firearms. 38 sharp weapons and 1032 bullets were recovered during the operation.

The special operation began on April 23 as per directive of the Home Minister Mohammad Nasim. Special emphasis has been given on 10 districts of the southern zone during the operation, police sources said.