DMP again issues ban on gatherings near SC, CJ’s residence
DMP issued a public announcement today, calling on citizens to avoid road blockades under the guise of protests or making demands, noting such activities interfere with traffic flow
Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has again banned public assemblies, marches, and demonstrations in areas surrounding the Supreme Court and the Chief Justice's official residence.
The ban on gatherings will take effect on Saturday (14 June) and continue indefinitely.
DMP issued a public announcement today (12 June), calling on citizens to avoid road blockades under the guise of protests or making demands, noting such activities interfere with traffic flow.
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DMP Commissioner Sheikh Md Sazzat Ali imposed the ban under Section 29 of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police Ordinance, 1976, citing the measure was necessary for preserving public order.
Areas under restriction include the surroundings of the chief justice's official residence, the Judges' Complex, primary entrances to the Bangladesh Supreme Court, Mazar Gate, Jame Mosque Gate, access points to International Crimes Tribunals 1 and 2, and the area in front of the Judicial Administration Training Institute.
Previously, DMP had imposed similar bans at these same locations and other significant sites, declaring they would continue indefinitely.
