Dhaka, Nov. 11 -- The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has asked citizens to help "prevent acts of sabotage", amid concerns over public safety in the city.

On Tuesday, Police Commissioner Sheikh Md Sazzat Ali said the people of Dhaka have historically played a crucial role in resisting "autocracy", and they will help prevent any sabotage attempts.

Dispelling anxieties fueled by social media, he said the Awami League's Nov 13 plans have no reason to stir public apprehension.

The commissioner added that all security forces will coordinate to maintain law and order and prevent disruptions.

He said a crude bomb attack targeted police in Uttara's Jasimuddin Road and Mouchak on Monday, injuring one officer.

According to him, over the past t...