The New Nation - Internet Edition

Staff Reporter

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police will put in place a four-tier security bulwark around the polling stations in the city on the Election Day to ensure free and fair parliamentary elections.

DMP Commissioner Naim Ahmed, however, would not divulge details of the security plan for the polls being held against the background of unfolding political drama in the country.

Talking to reporters at Rajarbagh Police Lines yesterday afternoon the city police boss said that the Chief Adviser already ordered them to take up all-out security measures for safety of voters and smooth voting.

He said strike forces would be posted to look after the security aspects of several polling-centers. Such ready-to-act forces will also be kept at the police-control room. "Stringent legal actions will be taken against any element who tries to obstruct the elections," Naim said.

Replying to a question, the Commissioner said he does not apprehend any militant activity on the eve of the elections. Intelligence agencies will step up their watch.

He said overall crime situation remained stable for last eight months.