Security measures have been reinforced at the Mirpur Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka ahead of the election of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) Board of Directors, scheduled for 7 June. The development comes amid ongoing collection and submission of nomination papers, with councillors actively engaged in election-related procedures.
In a press release issued on Thursday, 21 May, the Bangladesh Cricket Board confirmed that enhanced security arrangements have been implemented at all entry points of its office premises located within the stadium complex.
According to the statement, the continuation of nomination-related activities has necessitated stricter access control across the venue. As a result, security has been intensified at all gates leading to the BCB office area inside the stadium premises. Entry is being closely monitored by security personnel, including members of the Ansar force and other designated staff assigned to maintain order and verify identities.
The board stated that these measures are intended to ensure the smooth continuation of administrative and electoral procedures during this period. With councillors and candidates actively participating in nomination-related work, increased movement within the premises has been observed, prompting the introduction of reinforced security protocols.
Journalists and media personnel visiting the stadium have been requested to cooperate with security staff during entry procedures. All media representatives are required to undergo identity verification at the gates in order to facilitate secure and orderly access to the premises.
To support this process, the board has advised all accredited journalists to carry their official identity cards issued by their respective media organisations. This requirement has been introduced to ensure efficient verification and to maintain controlled access to the premises during the election period.
The Mirpur Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium serves as the central venue for the board’s administrative operations, including election-related activities. With the electoral process underway, the increased presence of councillors, candidates, and administrative personnel has led to heightened security arrangements across the facility.
The BCB has also called for full cooperation from all stakeholders in adhering to the established security protocols. It emphasised that compliance with these measures is essential to maintain order and ensure the uninterrupted conduct of election-related activities.
| Area | Security Measure Implemented |
|---|---|
| All entry gates | Enhanced security checks and monitoring |
| Office premises | Controlled access and identity verification |
| Media entry points | Mandatory identity card verification |
| On-site security | Deployment of Ansar members and security personnel |
The strengthened security framework remains in place throughout the ongoing nomination process, with the objective of maintaining a regulated and orderly environment within the stadium complex.