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A total of 532 people were arrested across the country as part of the ongoing "Operation Devil Hunt" in 24 hours till Wednesday afternoon, according to the police headquarters.
Besides, 1,051 others were arrested in connection with various warrants and ongoing cases during the same period in countrywide drives conducted by local police, UNB reports.
During this period, the joint forces also recovered a range of weapons and materials, including one foreign-made pistol.
Launched on the night of February 9, "Operation Devil Hunt" is ostensibly aimed at curbing unrest and ensuring public safety across the country.
The operation followed an attack on students and civilians in Gazipur on the night of February 7, an area known to be a stronghold of the Awami League.