Traffic diversions in parts of Dhaka for Victory Day events

Traffic will be diverted on parts of Dhaka–Ashulia and Dhaka–Aricha highways from 3am to 9am on 16 December in observance of Victory Day.

The diversions will be enforced at Gabtoli and Baipail points to facilitate Victory Day programmes and ensure smooth movement around the National Memorial area in Savar.

“From 3am to 9am on 16 December, traffic will be diverted at Gabtoli and Baipail points on Dhaka–Ashulia and Dhaka–Aricha highways. All drivers are requested to use alternative routes during this period,” said Dhaka Superintendent of Police (SP) Mizanur Rahman.

He also said the National Memorial will be open to the public from 9am to pay tribute to the martyrs of the Liberation War.

Police and traffic personnel will remain deployed in areas adjacent to the memorial to manage traffic and assist commuters.