Published: 12:05 AM, 09 April 2026
Flawless security for Pahela Baishakh: DMP
Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has assured of providing flawless security throughout the capital ahead of Pahela Boishakh celebrations marking Bengali New Year 1433.
Acting DMP Commissioner Md. Sarwar came up with the assurance while presiding over a high-level coordination meeting on Wednesday morning at the DMP Headquarters conference room.
"In coordination with all security forces, including intelligence agencies, we are committed to providing flawless security. Besides, we are implementing a well-planned traffic measures to minimize inconvenience for the public," he said.
He said, "Pahela Boishakh is one of the most significant cultural festivals for Bengalis, drawing large crowds every year. This year is expected to see even greater public participation, reflecting the growing trust of citizens in law enforcement agencies."
The main purpose is to safeguard lives and property while ensuring uninterrupted movement throughout the city during the festivities, he added.
The meeting was attended by representatives from various intelligence agencies, specialized police units, and key government and civic bodies, including the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, Department of Health, Dhaka North and South City Corporations, Fire Service and Civil Defence, DPDC, WASA, Public Works Department, Bangla Academy, Dhaka University, the Faculty of Fine Arts of DU, TSC's Sammilita Sangskritik Jote, JASAS, Chhayanaut, Rishi Shilpagosti and Shakyamuni Buddhist Monastery, among others.
The meeting was also attended by DMP Additional Police Commissioner (Crime and Operations) S. N. Md. Nazrul Islam, DIG (Internal Affairs) of Bangladesh Police Special Branch (SB), Dhaka, Mir Ashraf Ali, Additional Police Commissioner (CTTC) Md. Masud Karim, Additional Police Commissioner (Protection and Diplomatic Security) Sana Shaminur Rahman, and Additional Police Commissioner (Estate, Development and ICT) Mohammad Osman Gani, along with senior police officers and stakeholders.
At the outset, DMP Joint Police Commissioner (Operations) Mohammad Shahidullah presented the overall security plan through a PowerPoint presentation.
