Security measures have been intensified at the historic Sholakia Eidgah in Kishoreganj ahead of the upcoming Eid congregation. Starting Wednesday, two platoons of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) have been deployed to ensure law and order in the area. Police, Rapid Action Battalion (RAB), and other security forces will also be on duty. The deployment was confirmed by Lieutenant Colonel Touhidul Bari, director of the Netrokona Battalion (31 BGB).

According to the report, BGB members will work in coordination with the district administration and other law enforcement agencies to create a comprehensive security perimeter around the Eidgah and its surrounding areas. The two BGB platoons are operating under the leadership of Assistant Director Mizanur Rahman Chowdhury.

This year marks the 199th Eid congregation at Sholakia, where preparations have been made for the participation of hundreds of thousands of worshippers. The prayer will be led by Mufti Abul Khayer Mohammad Saifullah and is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m.