Legal steps will be taken so that militants cannot secure bail after their arrest, the industries minister said today.

The decision was taken at a meeting of cabinet committee on law and order, Minister Amir Hossain Amu said.

He chaired the meeting held at the home ministry, Bangla daily Prothom Alo reports.

The meeting also decided to strengthen anti-narcotics drive.

Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan and officials concerned were present at the meeting.