Dhaka Mass Transit Company Limited (DMTCL) has announced that two stations on the MRT Line-6 will remain closed on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, in observance of Pahela Baishakh. According to a notice issued by the sub-project director for public relations, Md. Ahsan Ullah Sharifi, Shahbagh Metro Station will remain closed until noon, while Dhaka University Metro Station will be closed for the entire day.

The temporary closure aims to accommodate the celebrations of the Bengali New Year, which draw large crowds to central Dhaka. DMTCL has requested passengers to make alternative travel arrangements during the closure period and expressed regret for the inconvenience caused.

The company stated that normal metro operations will resume after the temporary shutdown, ensuring minimal disruption to commuters once the festivities conclude.