'Violence on Oct 28 to be strictly handled'

Opposition BNP is going to hold a grand rally on October 28.

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Habibur Rahman on Saturday said that if anyone tries to create a violent situation on October 28, then police will handle it strictly.

Opposition BNP is going to hold a grand rally on October 28. Centring the programme, panic has already gripped the people of the country.

When asking about how police will handle October 28 situation, then DMP Commissioner said,"Any political party has the right to hold peaceful political movements, processions and meetings according to the constitution. In that situation, police also provide security. But if anyone tries to create a violent situation under the cover of BNP's October 28 movement, then it will be strictly handled."

Habibur Rahman made the statement while briefing journalists after visiting Uttara metro station.

Responding to any intelligence information, he said, "We have kept it under surveillance. Police intelligence agencies are working. If we get any information, we will take action."