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Monday | February 23, 2026 | Dhaka

Strict security at central Shaheed Minar for Ekushey Feb

Staff Reporter :

SM Sazzat Ali, Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner has ensured that flawless and multi-layered security arrangements have been put in place at the central Shaheed Minar and its surrounding areas marking the Shaheed (Martyrs’) Day and International Mother Language Day today.

Speaking at a press briefing held at the Central Shaheed Minar premises in the capital on Thursday, the DMP Commissioner assured that there is no security concern surrounding Ekushey February.

Around 15,000 police personnel will be deployed in and around the Shaheed Minar area to ensure peaceful observance of the day, he said.

“A huge crowd is expected to gather to pay tribute to the language martyrs.
Considering this, we have taken comprehensive security measures,” he added. According to the Commissioner, several layers of security will be enforced, including the deployment of bomb disposal units, CCTV surveillance, and dog squads.

Police will also work in coordination with other law enforcement agencies.

Volunteers will assist police members in maintaining order. Security will be tightened across key roads in the capital, particularly in the Dhaka University (DU) area.

Traffic diversions will come into effect after the evening, with diversions at seven specific points. City dwellers have been requested to comply with the directions for smooth movement and security.The DMP Commissioner urged visitors to use Palashi intersection, Jagannath Hall crossing, and Shaheed Minar Road to access the Shaheed Minar.After paying homage, visitors have been advised to exit through Doel Chattar or Chankharpul area, he said, adding that no other routes should be used.

The DMP chief also requested the public not to carry any sharp objects or flammable materials into the Shaheed Minar area.Earlier in the day, he inspected the overall preparations at the Central Shaheed Minar.
The Central Shaheed Minar will be opened to people from all walks of life around 12:40 am, after the President, Prime Minister, other important state dignitaries, and foreign diplomats pay their tributes, the DMP Commissioner said.