DMP bans public gatherings near CA’s residence, Secretariat

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has banned all forms of public gatherings in key areas in the capital including near Bangladesh Secretariat and Jamuna, the official residence of the Chief Adviser, effective from Monday, reports UNB.

The restriction has been enforced under the Section 29 of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police Ordinance, 1976, citing the need to maintain public order and safety of the Chief Adviser, said a public notice issued by DMP Commissioner Sheikh Md Sazzat Ali.

According to the notice, all types of meetings, assemblies, processions, human chains, sit-ins, and similar activities are strictly prohibited in and around the Secretariat and Jamuna.

The areas under the restriction included Hotel InterContinental Crossing, Kakrail Mosque crossing, Officers Club crossing and Mintoo Road crossing.

The order will remain in force until further notice. The DMP commissioner urged people to cooperate to help maintain peace and security in the designated areas.