Tight Security in Nayapaltan Ahead of Tarique Rahman's Procession; Road Traffic Suspended

PNN News Desk | Dhaka

Tight security measures have been put in place in Nayapaltan, Dhaka, ahead of a procession organized by the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) to mark National Revolution and Solidarity Day. With Prime Minister Tarique Rahman scheduled to participate in the programme, members of the police, army, various intelligence agencies and Fire Service have been deployed and placed on high alert. Traffic movement along the road in front of the BNP's central office has also been suspended for security reasons.

The security arrangements were observed during an on-site visit to the area surrounding the BNP's central office in Nayapaltan on Saturday (November 7) afternoon. Members of the SRB, PGR, police, Detective Branch (DB) and various intelligence agencies were deployed across the area. Fire Service personnel were also seen performing their duties.

Additional security precautions have been taken around the rally stage and surrounding areas. Dog squads have been deployed for security searches, while barricades have been installed at important locations. Law enforcement personnel were visibly active in overseeing preparations for the procession and controlling the expected crowds.

Members of the law enforcement agencies responsible for security said necessary measures had been taken to ensure the programme proceeded smoothly and to prevent any untoward incidents.

According to the party's schedule, the rally was expected to begin in front of the BNP's central office in Nayapaltan by 2:00 pm on Saturday. Prime Minister Tarique Rahman was scheduled to address the gathering as the chief guest. Following the rally, a procession was expected to begin under his leadership at around 3:00 pm.

According to the BNP's plan, the procession would start from Nayapaltan and proceed past the Chief Justice's residence, Kakrail intersection, Hare Road, Minto Road, the InterContinental Hotel, Banglamotor and Farmgate before concluding at Manik Mia Avenue.

Earlier, on Friday, BNP Acting Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi outlined the details of the procession and its proposed route at a press conference held at the party's central office in Nayapaltan.

Special attention has been given to security arrangements and traffic management on major roads in the capital ahead of the National Revolution and Solidarity Day programme.