Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has imposed strict security restrictions to maintain law and order in and around Sangsad Bhaban ahead of third session of 13th National Parliament, which commences on Thursday.
The restrictions were announced in a public notification signed by DMP Commissioner Mosleh Uddin Ahmed on Monday.
According to the notification, carrying any form of weapons, explosives, and other harmful or polluting substances will be strictly prohibited from early Wednesday.
All types of meetings, gatherings, rallies, processions, and demonstrations have also been banned within the designated areas.
The restricted zones defined by DMP include the area from Mohakhali Crossing on Mymensingh Road via Old Airport to Banglamotor Crossing, and from the western end of Banglamotor Link Road to SAARC Fountain on Hotel Sonargaon Road.
The restrictions also cover the area from the eastern end of Panthapath via Green Road intersection to Farmgate, and from Shyamoli Crossing on Mirpur Road to the intersection of Dhanmondi-16 (formerly Road 27).
Additionally, the zones extend from Rokeya Sarani intersection via the old 9th Division (Airplane) Crossing to Tourism (Parjatan) Crossing on Bijoy Sarani, and from the eastern end of Indira Road to the western end of Manik Mia Avenue, along with the reserved area of Sangsad Bhaban itself.
These restrictions will also apply to all roads, lanes, and alleys within these boundaries.
The DMP stated that the order will remain in force until the conclusion of the third session of 13th National Parliament.
