Law enforcement agencies have intensified patrols across the capital ahead of the 13th national parliamentary election, setting up checkpoints at key intersections and searching suspicious individuals and vehicles. During visits to several areas of Dhaka on Tuesday, police were seen stopping private cars and motorcycles at checkpoints and questioning passengers. We are firmly committed to ensuring a fair and peaceful election,” he said. Similar checkpoints have reportedly been set up in Hatirjheel, Kawran Bazar, Rampura, Farmgate, Mirpur, Banani, Gulshan, Badda and Uttara. Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Tejgaon Division Ibne Mizan said all police stations under the division have been instructed to set up checkpoints and conduct regular patrols.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 10, 2026 10:57 UTC