No panic, tight security for Nov 13: DMP chief

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Sheikh Md Sajjat Ali on Tuesday urged city residents not to panic over the Awami League's announced 'lockdown' programme scheduled for tomorrow (Thursday), assuring that stringent security measures are in place across the capital, reports UNB.

"There is no cause for concern or fear. The Dhaka city dwellers will stand against the Awami League's subversive activities," the Commissioner said while addressing a press briefing on the city's law and order situation at the DMP Media Centre in the afternoon.

Sajjat Ali said a significant number of police personnel, supported by other law enforcement agencies, will be deployed throughout Dhaka to maintain peace and ensure public safety during the programme.

Urging citizens to remain vigilant, he advised, "Do not give shelter to any unknown person. Before renting out your motorcycle or vehicle, verify the person properly to ensure it does not fall into the hands of miscreants."

The DMP Commissioner also requested residents to immediately report any suspicious movement or activity by calling the national emergency helpline 999.

Providing an update on recent violence, Sajjat Ali said that 17 cases have been filed and 50 people arrested in the last 24 hours in connection with cocktail explosions across the capital.