Dhaka: The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has announced a ban on all types of rallies in the vicinity of the official residence of the Chief Justice, the Justice Complex, and the Supreme Court, starting from tomorrow and continuing until further notice. This decision is aimed at preserving public order in these sensitive areas.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, DMP Commissioner SM Sazzat Ali has issued this restriction under the authority granted by Section 29 of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police Ordinance (Ordinance No. III/76). The ban specifically targets meetings, rallies, mass gatherings, human chains, sit-in strikes, and processions in front of several key locations. These locations include the official residence of the Chief Justice, Justice Bhaban, Judges Complex, the main gate of the Bangladesh Supreme Court, Mazar Gate, Jame Masjid Gate, the entrance gate of International Crimes Tribunal 1 and 2, and the Judicial Administration Training Institute building.
Furthermore, Commissioner Ali has urged all parties involved to refrain from obstructing traffic by blocking roads for various demands or protest programs. The DMP’s directive is an effort to ensure the smooth functioning of daily activities in these crucial judicial areas.