Army to be deployed in six districts ahead of Awami League founding anniversary
The Government has decided to deploy Army personnel in six districts from June 22 to June 30 to prevent potential sabotage and maintain law and order ahead of the Awami League’s June 23 founding anniversary, whose activities currently face restrictions.
The Ministry of Home Affairs has sent directives regarding the deployment to the deputy commissioners of six districts—Dhaka, Gazipur, Narayanganj, Faridpur, Gopalganj and Chattogram.
According to officials, the decision was taken amid concerns that the Awami League and its affiliated organisations may attempt to organise processions, demonstrations and other activities that could disrupt public order.
In a letter issued by the ministry, authorities warned of possible sabotage and disorder through unlawful programmes organised by various banned political groups across the country. Such activities, it noted, could lead to a deterioration of the overall law-and-order situation and result in significant loss of life and property.
To address these concerns, the ministry instructed relevant authorities to prepare for deploying the required number of Army personnel under the “In Aid to Civil Power” provision. The deployment will cover the metropolitan areas of Dhaka, Chattogram and Gazipur, as well as the districts of Narayanganj, Gopalganj and Faridpur.
The army will remain stationed in the designated areas until June 30 to assist civil authorities in maintaining public order, ensuring public safety and protecting lives and property. Officials said the Ministry of Home Affairs is expected to issue a formal notification regarding the deployment on Monday.
This latest move follows the government’s initiation of a phased withdrawal of Army personnel from across the country on April 6. Troops had been deployed nationwide following the political developments of August 5, 2024, to support law enforcement agencies in maintaining stability. Sheikh Hasina left Bangladesh following the July uprising against the Awami League government, a period marked by widespread protests, political unrest, and growing opposition to her administration.
As the crisis intensified and her Government lost power, she departed the country and took refuge in India, where she has been living since her removal from office.
