Dhaka, Nov. 12 -- Twenty-nine people have been arrested in a special drive conducted by police in Narayanganj ahead of a programme announced by the Awami League, whose activities remain officially banned.

Authorities also recovered cocktail bombs, petrol, and other explosives.

Narayanganj Additional Superintendent of Police (Crime) Tarek Al Mehdi said the arrestees are leaders and activists of the Awami League and its affiliated organisations.

They were arrested in a special drive lasting from midnight on Monday to 6pm on Wednesday, he added.

"Law-enforcing agencies are on alert across the district to prevent any kind of sabotage attempts and unpleasant incidents.

"In addition to setting up check posts in several places, patrolling a...