Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has intensified security through setting up more checkpoints in the capital today to ensure public safety and maintain law and order.
The checkpoints became operational from 4:00 pm at several strategic locations under different divisions of the DMP, according to DMP Deputy Commissioner (media) Talebur Rahman.
The areas include Bosila under Ramna Division; Babubazar under Lalbagh Division; Postogola Bridge, Matuail U-loop and Staff Quarter under Wari Division; Basabo Road (Kamalapur) under Motijheel Division; Gabtoli under Mirpur Division; 300 Feet Road under Gulshan Division; and Abdullahpur Bridge, Kamarpara and Dhaur Bridge under Uttara Division.
Law enforcement officials said the checkpoints will focus on monitoring suspicious movements, verifying vehicles and individuals, and preventing any untoward incidents.
DMP has urged city residents to cooperate with police personnel during the checkpoint operations in the greater interest of public safety and security.