Security forces on high alert ahead of verdict against Sheikh Hasina: Home adviser

Staff Reporter:

Home Affairs Adviser Lieutenant General (retd) Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury has said that law enforcement agencies have already taken all necessary measures to prevent any untoward incidents ahead of Monday’s verdict against former prime minister Sheikh Hasina.

Speaking to reporters at the Patuakhali Circuit House on Saturday during an official visit, the adviser said the judgment in the case involving allegations of crimes against humanity against Sheikh Hasina and several others will be delivered on 17 November.

He added that security agencies have completed their preparations to ensure that no unrest or unwanted situation arises anywhere in the country surrounding the verdict.