Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Asaduzzaman Miah has said special security measures have been taken around the Hussaini Dalan Imambara ahead of the Holy Ashura.
He made the remark after visiting the Hussaini Dalan Imambara in Old Dhaka on Thursday.
According to the DMP commissioner, police will form a perimeter around the Tazia procession to avoid any unexpected incidents this year.
He also asked the Shia community to gather in designated areas of the city before the procession starts, as no one will be allowed to join the procession in the middle for security concerns.
Photo: Mahmud Hossain Opu/Dhaka Tribune
Furthermore, sharp implements such as knives and swords have been prohibited in the Tazia procession.
Mirza Mohammad Naqui, administrative officer of Hussaini Dalan Imambara, said at least 210 volunteers and 24 CCTV cameras will help law enforcement officials with providing security on the day.
In 2015, one was killed and nearly 60 injured in a series of bomb attacks in the Hussaini Dalan Imambara.
