, Dec. 17 -- Police have taken special security measures ahead of the twin celebrations for Christmas and New Year's Eve.

A meeting on security and law and order was held at the Hall of Pride of Police Headquarters on Wednesday, chaired by Inspector General of Police (IGP) Bangladesh Baharul Alam, ahead of the Christmas celebration on December 25 and the New Year's Eve on December 31.

Welcoming leaders of the Christian community, the IGP said Christmas is a universal festival and emphasized that the police would remain alert throughout the celebrations.

He expressed hope that, with the capabilities of the Bangladesh Police, both Christmas and New Year's Eve would be celebrated in a peaceful environment.

Authorities warned that any ind...