Stern action if BNP creates chaos over Khaleda verdict: DMP

Dhaka Metropolitan Police Commissioner Asaduzzaman Miah on Tuesday warned that stern actions will be taken if anyone tries to create anarchy centring Zia Orphanage Trust graft case verdict, reports UNB.

He came up with the warning after inspecting Bangla Academy premises ahead of Ekushey Book Fair.

"No one is above the law. If anyone tries to break the law and create any anarchic situation destroying public property, he or she will be punished. Strong actions will be taken against the anarchists," said the DMP commissioner.

All the necessary measures will be taken to ensure security on February 8, he said.

On Thursday, the Special Court-5 in Dhaka fixed February 8 to deliver its verdict in the Zia Orphanage Trust graft case against BNP chairperson Khaleda Zia and five others.