The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) have announced comprehensive traffic management measures for the first session of the fifteenth National Parliament on Thursday, 12 March, to facilitate smooth movement around the Parliament area.
In a press release issued on Wednesday, 11 March, Deputy Police Commissioner Muhammad Talebur Rahman, of the DMP’s Media and Public Relations Division, stated that the session will involve the movement of the President, Prime Minister, Members of Parliament, foreign diplomats, political leaders, and other high-profile figures.
As a result, traffic is expected to increase significantly in key areas including Urojahaj Mor, Khajur Bagan, Manik Mia Avenue, Asadgate, and the July Memorial Museum (Ganobhaban) crossing. To mitigate congestion, the DMP Traffic Division will enforce temporary road diversions from 08:00 to 11:00.
Road Diversions and Alternative Routes
| Road Section | Restriction | Recommended Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Indira Road → Begum Rokeya Sarani (via Urojahaj Mor) | Right turns prohibited | Continue straight via Manik Mia Avenue, then Mirpur Road to reach destinations |
| Manik Mia Avenue → Begum Rokeya Sarani (via Khajur Bagan) | Left turns prohibited | Divert via Farmgate to continue journey |
| Urojahaj Mor → Khajur Bagan | Road operates as southbound one-way on both sides | N/A |
The DMP has urged all motorists to follow the temporary traffic rules carefully and to use the alternative routes suggested to avoid unnecessary delays. Officers will be deployed along the affected roads to guide drivers and ensure compliance.
Motorists are advised to plan their journeys in advance, allow extra travel time, and cooperate fully with the authorities to ensure both safety and efficiency during the parliamentary session.
These measures are part of a coordinated strategy by the DMP to maintain order and security, while accommodating the high-profile movements associated with the first session of the fifteenth National Parliament.