BNP leaders and activists in Shibchar, Madaripur, took position on the Dhaka–Bhanga Expressway on Monday to prevent potential unrest and ensure public safety amid political tensions involving the Awami League. Led by district BNP joint convener Sajjad Hossain Siddiqui Lablu, the demonstration aimed to stop any violence or sabotage linked to the verdict in a war crimes case. BNP representatives stated that they would not tolerate instability or arson and were determined to maintain peace. Despite the gathering, traffic on both sides of the highway remained normal, and no untoward incidents were reported until noon. Law enforcement agencies, including the army, police, RAB, and four platoons of BGB, have been deployed across Madaripur to strengthen security and prevent possible violence around the verdict announcement.