The government has decided to deploy army personnel in six districts from June 22 to 30 to prevent any potential acts of sabotage surrounding the June 23 founding anniversary of Awami League which is  facing ban on its activities.

The Home Ministry sent a letter to the deputy commissioners of six districts-Dhaka, Gazipur, Narayanganj, Faridpur, Gopalganj and Chattogram- in this regard.

The decision was taken amid concerns that Awami League and its affiliated organisations may attempt to stage processions, showdowns and other activities that could disrupt the law-and-order situation.

According to a letter, there is a possibility of sabotage and disorder through unlawful programmes organised by various banned political groups across the country.

Such activities could deteriorate the overall law-and-order situation and cause significant loss of life and property, it said.

In view of the situation, the ministry instructed the authorities concerned to take necessary preparations for deploying the required number of army personnel under the “In Aid to Civil Power” provision in Dhaka, Chattogram and Gazipur metropolitan areas as well as Narayanganj, Gopalganj and Faridpur districts.

The army will remain deployed in the designated areas until June 30 to help maintain public order, ensure public safety and protect lives and property.

The Home Ministry will issue a notification in this regard on Monday.

The government began a phased withdrawal of army personnel from across the country on April 6 after they were deployed nationwide after August 5, 2024.