Staff Correspondent:

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) on Saturday imposed a ban on public gatherings, processions and rallies in the areas adjacent to the secretariat and Jamuna, the official residence of the chief adviser.

The restriction has been enforced under Section 29 of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police Ordinance, 1976, citing the need to maintain public order and safety of the chief adviser, read a public notice issued by DMP Commissioner Sheikh Md Sazzat Ali.

This ban will remain in force until further notice, the notice read.

The areas under the restriction include InterContinental Dhaka intersection, Kakrail intersection, Officers’ Club intersection, and Minto Road.