Despite restrictions imposed by the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) on the occasion of 31st night, fireworks were set off across the capital.
The sound of fireworks, which began even before midnight, continued to be heard in many areas of the city until 12:40am, when this report was filed.
Earlier in the day, the DMP announced that stringent security measures would be enforced across the capital on the night of the Christian New Year, commonly referred to as the 31st night.
The DMP had already imposed a complete ban on releasing sky lanterns and setting off firecrackers in Dhaka on 31st night. Following the death of former prime minister Begum Khaleda Zia, the same restrictions have been enforced during the three-day state mourning period from December 31 to January 2.
Meanwhile, the DMP has implemented heightened security measures across the capital for 31st night. Alongside uniformed members of the police and Rapid Action Battalion (RAB), a large number of intelligence personnel in plain clothes have been deployed.
Patrols and search operations have been intensified. In addition to police and RAB, officials from the Department of Narcotics Control are also present on the ground.
As an added precaution to prevent risks caused by sky lanterns, additional police personnel have been deployed on the metro rail. A dedicated team will work to keep the tracks clear. MRT Police said strict security surveillance would remain in place.
According to DMP sources, the use of fireworks, sky lanterns, and explosive materials has been banned on the 31st night to prevent fire hazards and loss of life.
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