In preparation for the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations, the Traffic Division of Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) on Tuesday introduced several measures to ensure a safe, smooth, and hassle-free travel experience for passengers, transport workers, and pedestrians. The DMP urged all concerned to strictly adhere to the following guidelines in a press release. Instructions for transport owners and workers Inter-district buses must pick up passengers only from designated terminals and depart directly to their destinations without stopping on the streets; passengers must not be picked up or dropped off outside authorised ticket counters. No vehicle should be parked on roads leading into or out of Dhaka city and BRTC buses must depart from their designated depots without crossing Dhaka unnecessarily (e.g., buses from Gabtoli depot should travel directly to Rangpur and Rajshahi, while those from Fulbaria and Kamalapur should head towards Chattogram and Sylhet), said the release. It also mentioned that buses must adhere to their designated schedules when departing from terminals and transport operators must not overcharge passengers beyond the approved fare. Passengers must not be subjected to any form of harassment or misconduct, tickets for a single seat must not be sold to multiple passengers. 15 directives issued to ensure safety ahead of Eid No passengers should be allowed to travel on the roof of buses and speed limits must be strictly followed, and reckless driving is prohibited. Overtaking is strictly forbidden in restricted zones, at road bends, and on narrow bridges. Drivers must not operate vehicles under the influence of intoxicating substances or while feeling drowsy or physically unwell. Vehicles must only be driven by individuals holding valid driving licenses and carrying updated vehicle documents. The use of mobile phones or earphones while driving, as well as playing loud music inside vehicles, is strictly prohibited. Driving against traffic on one-way roads is not permitted. Transport owners must verify the validity of driving licenses before employing drivers. Drivers must not be compelled to drive for more than five consecutive hours or beyond eight hours a day. Unfit, mechanically defective, smoke-emitting, or rundown vehicles must not be used on the roads. Guidelines for passengers Passengers should board buses from designated terminals or counters, avoiding random street locations. Food or drinks from strangers should not be accepted. Luggage and personal belongings should be kept secure at all times. Travellers should arrive at the terminal or counter well before the scheduled departure time. Pedestrians must use foot overbridges, underpasses, or zebra crossings when crossing roads. Boarding or alighting from moving vehicles and traveling in goods-laden vehicles is strictly prohibited. For emergencies, passengers should contact the police control room at terminals or dial 999. Instructions for pedestrians Pedestrians must use zebra crossings, foot overbridges, or underpasses to cross roads. Running or talking on mobile phones while crossing roads is strictly discouraged. Footpaths must be used for walking instead of the main road. The DMP has urged transport operators, passengers, and pedestrians to follow these instructions to ensure a safe and smooth Eid journey. Cooperation from all stakeholders is essential for maintaining order and preventing disruptions during the festive rush, the release added.

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) during special drives in the capital, arrested 219 people for their alleged involvement in different crimes in 24 hours till Saturday midnight. A total of 56 cases were filed during this period, said Talebur Rahman, deputy commissioner (media) of DMP on Sunday. Among the arrestees, eight were robbers, nine muggers, one extortionist, seven thieves, seventeen drug peddlers and 44 were listed criminals with warrants out against them. Police also seized one knife, one machete, one hammer, one cutter, one punch machine, one vanity bag, 29 mobile phones, two tabs, one motorcycle, two private cars, cosmetics worth Tk 1,21,450 and Tk 3,225 in cash from their possession. To ensure public safety, 667 patrol teams carried out duties in two shifts across 50 police stations in Dhaka. Of these, 340 teams operated at night, while 327 teams worked during the day. DMP arrests 71 during raid at Mohammadpur, Adabor Moreover, 71 police checkpoints were set up at key locations throughout the metropolis to enhance security. In addition, the recovered drugs include 32.750 kilograms of marijuana, 363 pieces of Yaba, and two grams of heroin. DMP remains committed to ensuring the security and smooth movement of the people of Dhaka Metropolitan City.

In an effort to ensure a safe and festive environment for the celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr, the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has implemented various security measures to safeguard homes, institutions, and shopping centres across the city. To assist in this, auxiliary police forces have been deployed, and they will play a vital role in maintaining law and order, said a DMP press release issued on Wednesday. In addition to DMP's security arrangements, the police have requested that city dwellers take further measures to enhance the security of their homes, businesses, and shops during Eid. Security guards assigned to homes, apartments, banks, insurance companies, and other institutions and shopping centres should be tasked with round-the-clock vigilance to prevent unauthorized access. It is essential that necessary measures are taken to ensure the overall security of these locations, said the release. To ensure continuous security monitoring, institutions are advised not to grant leave to all employees at once. Instead, employees should be granted leave in shifts, allowing some personnel to remain on duty and maintain oversight of the security system. Before leaving homes or businesses, individuals are encouraged to make sure all doors and windows are properly locked. Using multiple locks for extra security is recommended. If any doors or windows are in poor condition, they should be repaired to enhance security before departure. Additionally, homes and institutions should install an adequate number of CCTV cameras, ensuring that all cameras are functional. For added protection, auto-lock systems and security alarm systems may be installed on the main doors of homes and businesses. 179 arrested during DMP’s special drive in 24 hrs It is also advised in the release that the surroundings of homes and institutions be adequately lit during the night to improve visibility and deter criminal activity. Valuable items, including money and important documents, should be securely stored in safe places or with trusted relatives. Bank lockers can be used as a secure alternative for valuable items. The release also stated that before leaving homes, individuals should notify their neighbours or nearby residents who will remain in the area to keep an eye on their property. Regular communication with them is advised to maintain security. Tenants should also inform the property owner in advance if they plan to leave for Eid. Security personnel are advised to be vigilant and ensure that no unauthorised individuals enter the premises of homes or institutions. It is essential to check and ensure that all electrical switches, water taps, and gas stoves are turned off before leaving. Garages should be secured to protect vehicles, and any overgrown branches of trees near windows or doors should be trimmed to prevent criminals from using them as a means to access the property. In case of suspicious individuals or criminal activity near homes or institutions, local police stations and outposts should be immediately informed. If any unpleasant incidents occur or are anticipated during Eid celebrations, the local police should also be notified promptly, the release added.

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner SM Sazzat Ali on Saturday said any type of violence against women submitted to the HELP App will be considered as a first information report (FIR). "If any incident of violence against women is recorded in the HELP App, it will be immediately treated as an FIR," he said while speaking at the inauguration ceremony of the HELP (Harassment Elimination Literacy Program) app, organised by the Broadcast Journalists Centre at The Daily Star Bhaban in Dhaka. The DMP Commissioner also said any form of violence against women and children is deeply distressing. “In many cases, victims of such incidents hesitate to report them to law enforcement agencies, and their guardians often keep the incidents hidden for various reasons,” he said. Sazzat Ali mentioned that domestic workers are among the most abused section in society, sometimes even facing sexual harassment. “As responsible citizens, it is our duty to ensure a safe and supportive environment for domestic workers,” he added. HELP is a mobile application project designed to enable women to seek immediate assistance, access emergency services, and report incidents if they become victims of violence on public transport in Dhaka city. Initially, this service will be launched as a pilot project along the Basila-Sayedabad route, with financial support from the European Union. 5 arrested during "hijacking" incidents in Dhaka: DMP Women affected by violence will be able to use the service by scanning QR codes installed on buses traveling from the Mohammadpur bus stand to Sayedabad, with assistance from volunteers stationed along the route. Dr. Fauzia Moslem, President of Bangladesh Mahila Parishad, was a special guest at the event, which was chaired by Rezwanul Haque, president of the Broadcast Journalist Center.

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has imposed a restriction on all kinds of meetings, rallies, gatherings, processions and showdowns in some designated areas, including Chief Adviser’s government statehouse Jamuna for an indefinite period. The restriction will come into force from Thursday (March 13) and continue until further order.  According to a mass notification, signed by DMP Commissioner Sheikh Md Sazzat Ali, the restriction was issued on Thursday morning. Couple arrested over Habibullah Bahar College VP’s murder in Dhaka The areas which will come under the restrictions include Bangladesh Secretariat, state guesthouse Jamuna, its nearby areas (Hotel Intercontinental intersection, Shahbagh intersection, Kakrail intersection, Mintoo Road). The DMP imposed the restriction following section 29 of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police Ordinance-1976, it reads.

Police arrested a couple in connection with the killing of Habibullah Bahar College’s Vice Principal (VP) Saifur Rahman Bhuiyan at his rented house in Uttar Khan area of Dhaka. The couple -- Mohammad Nazim Hossain, 21, and his wife Rupa Begum, alias Jannati, 23, -- was arrested from Faridpur Railway Station on Tuesday morning. Md Mohidul Islam, deputy commissioner (DC-Uttara zone) of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP), revealed this at a press conference at the DMP’s Media Centre at the city’s Mintoo Road on Wednesday morning. He said they arrested the couple from Faridpur with the help of local police 12 hours after the victim’s younger brother had filed a case in this regard. During the primary interrogation, the couple confessed to the murder, he claimed. Two mobile phones, a key ring, and a bank’s Visa card were seized from the couple during the arrest, he said, adding that prior to the arrests law enforcement recovered a machete, a knife, bloodstained clothes and a blood-soaked bed sheet from the crime scene in the victim’s flat. Mohidul said that the killing occurred on the fourth floor of a six-storey building in Purana Para Batan area under Uttar Khan police station between 2am to 4am on March 10. Habibullah Bahar College's Vice Principal Saifur Rahman killed at Uttarkhan Referring to the case statement, the police official said that Saifur had been living in a rented house alone for the past three to four months, where he was constructing a house on his wife’s ancestral land. The flat where the crime occurred was situated in close proximity. According to the primary interrogation, it was revealed that the victim introduced himself to the accused Nazim and Rupa at Kamalapur railway station two to three days before the killing, he said. Through their introduction, Saifur brought the couple to his flat. At some point, Saifur reportedly began to physically, mentally and sexually abuse Rupa. “On the night of the murder, Saifur, Nazim, and Rupa were in the same bed,” DC Mohidur said. He explained that during that night when Nazim fell asleep, Saifur attempted to sexually assault Rupa. Man sentenced to life imprisonment for murder in Munshiganj Upon waking up, Nazim brought a machete from the kitchen and repeatedly stabbed Saifur, causing fatal injuries that led to the death, he said, adding that the arrestees were sent to a Dhaka court. Asked if there was any conflict between the victim and his wife, the police official replied that she would be interrogated, if needed.

DMP's Counter Terrorism and Transnational Crime (CTTC) unit arrested three operatives of the banned outfit Hizb ut-Tahrir from Uttara of the capital early Friday. The arrestees are Monirul Islam, 40, Mohtasin Billah, 40, and Mahmudul Hasan, 21. Md Talebur Rahman, deputy commissioner (media) of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP), said the three were arrested from sectors 11 and 12 under Uttara Paschim police station after conducting the drive since 12:15am. A CTTC team launched the operation after being tipped-off that several Hizb ut-Tahrir men were secretly planning to organise a gathering titled ‘March for Khilafah at Baitul Mukarram Mosque, he said. Two Hizb ut-Tahrir men arrested from Dhaka’s Turag: Authorities Later, the operatives were arrested and police seized some documents of the organisation from them, he said. A case was filed against them under the Anti-Terrorism Act with the relevant police station, Talebur said. During the primary interrogation, the arrestees admitted that they were active members of the organisation, the deputy commissioner added.

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) will take necessary legal action if banned organisations including Hizb-ut Tahrir hold any meetings, rallies and any other publicity regarding their organisation.The DMP issued the warning in a press release, said Talebur Rahman, Deputy Commissioner (Media) of DMP on Thursday.On October 22, 2009, the government banned Hizb-ut-Tahrir considering that it is a threat to public security. DMP urges authorities to avoid road repairs during RamadanAccording to the Anti-Terrorism Act-2009, all activities including meetings, rallies, processions, distribution of posters and leaflets and publicity through other means by any banned organisation are punishable offence, it said.

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) arrested 181 individuals involved in various crimes during a special operation in the capital in 24 hours till 11:59 pm on Tuesday. Among those arrested were 11 robbers, 33 professional hijackers, five extortionists, nine thieves, 31 drug dealers, 27 wanted criminals, and others involved in various illegal activities, said Talebur Rahman, Deputy Commissioner (Media) of DMP, in a media release on Wednesday. During the operation, authorities recovered three knives, one machete, five mobile phones, Tk 8,080 in cash, and several locally made weapons. Besides, law enforcement seized 4.93 kg of marijuana, 3,236 yaba tablets, and five bottles of foreign liquor. Banned BCL leader arrested for offensive remarks on Prophet (PBUH) A total of 78 cases were filed at different police stations under DMP within the 24-hour period. To ensure public safety, 667 patrol teams carried out duties in two shifts across 50 police stations in Dhaka. Of these, 340 teams operated at night, while 327 teams worked during the day. Moreover, 71 police checkpoints were set up at key locations throughout the metropolis to enhance security. In addition to the DMP’s patrol teams, 14 CTTC teams, 12 Anti-Terrorism Unit (ATU) teams, and 10 RAB teams collaborated with the DMP at various crime-prone areas. Member of teen gang held in Dhaka’s Pallabi Specialised police units such as the APBN also set up 20 additional checkpoints, contributing to the effort to maintain law and order. DMP remains committed to ensuring the security and smooth movement of the people of Dhaka Metropolitan City.

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Sheikh Sazzat Ali has emphasised the need to involve traffic police in road accident investigations. "In the event of an accident, the investigation should be conducted using scientific methods, and the police's capabilities in this regard need to be improved. Though police are responsible for the roads, the crime division conducts investigations into road crashes. It is necessary to involve traffic police in such investigations or coordinate with them," he said. Sazzat Ali made the remarks while addressing a training session on Monday, arranged for DMP officers for improving skills to prevent road accidents, at the InterContinental Dhaka. International organisation Global Road Safety Partnership (GRSP) organised the two-day training covering techniques for accident prevention, with 60 police officers attending. DMP Commissioner orders urgent probe into July movement cases On the concluding day (Monday), the DMP commissioner, who attended the event as the chief guest, highlighted the importance of following traffic rules for maintaining road discipline and preventing road crashes. "However, many commuters do not comply with traffic rules, particularly issues like not adhering to speed limits and suddenly changing lanes, which are often responsible for accidents,” he said. He said most road crashes in Dhaka occur between midnight and morning when the roads are relatively empty, directing police officers to strictly enforce speed limits on the streets and implement existing laws to prevent road crashes. Chaired by Abdul Wadud, initiative coordinator of Bloomberg Philanthropies Initiative for Global Road Safety (BIGRS) and former additional secretary, DMP's Additional Police Commissioner (Traffic) Sarwar, Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) Superintending Engineer Khandkar Mahbub Alam, and senior DMP officers were also present on the occasion.  Traffic sergeants to get small arms to combat mugging: DMP Commissioner On the first day of the two-day event, "Road Policing Leadership" was discussed and on the second day, "Speed as a Key Risk Factor in Road Crashes" was focused.