BGB deployed in Dhaka, Narayanganj, Gazipur

The government has deployed Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) platoons in the capital and adjacent areas to maintain law and order and prevent violence.

According to a release sent from BGB Headquarters public relations official Shariful Islam, 14 BGB platoons were deployed in Dhaka, Narayanganj, and Gazipur. 12 platoons were deployed in the Dhaka metropolitan area. 

November 13 was fixed to give the verdict on a crime against humanity case against Sheikh Hasina. In response, the banned political outfit Awami League has announced a 'lockdown' programme for that day. In light of the situation, law and order agencies are taking strict measures to prevent any form of anarchy in the country, Home Adviser Lieutenant General (Retd) Md. Jahangir Alam Chowdhury has said. 

“The law enforcement agencies are in a strong position, so the situation will remain normal,” he said, adding that there is no reason to fear any untoward incident on November 13.

“Terrorists will not be given any concessions,” he added.

He also said there have been incidents of bus fires and a few bomb explosions in several locations.

“Instructions have been given to law enforcement agencies to ensure these incidents do not recur,” he said.

The adviser mentioned that various roadside shops selling fuel will be closed for a few days, as unpleasant incidents sometimes occur due to the misuse of such fuel.

He called on all political parties to work together to prevent all types of sabotage, including arson.

In response to a question about the possibility of criminals entering from neighbouring countries ahead of the elections, the adviser said instructions have been given to border guards to tighten security.

“Security is being reinforced along the borders to ensure no terrorist can enter the country and carry out any attacks inside Bangladesh,” he added.