Dhaka, Feb. 20 -- Reassuring that there is no security threat, Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Sheikh Md Sajjat Ali on Thursday said that multi-tier security measures have been put in place at the Central Shaheed Minar ahead of 21st February.

He said that floral tributes will be organised in three phases, with VVIPs and VIPs laying flowers from 12:01 am to 12:40 am.

To avoid inconvenience, the general people have been requested not to arrive during this period.

The Palashi Gate near Dhaka University will be opened for public entry at 12:40 am.

Addressing a security briefing in Dhaka on Thursday regarding preparations for the observance of International Mother Language Day, Commissioner Sajjat Ali urged visitors to adhere ...