Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) Director General Ahsan Habib Palash stated that there is no information suggesting any threat or untoward incident ahead of Pahela Baishakh celebrations. Speaking at a press briefing after inspecting security arrangements at Ramna Batamul in Dhaka on Monday, April 13, he said RAB is fully prepared to ensure public safety during the festivities.

According to RAB, multi-layered security measures have been set up at key celebration venues including Shahbagh, TSC, Ramna Batamul, Hatirjheel, and Manik Mia Avenue. The force has deployed 15 battalions nationwide, operating 308 patrols—181 pickup and 127 motorcycle units—alongside plainclothes intelligence surveillance. Bomb disposal units, dog squads, control rooms, CCTV monitoring, and reserve forces are also on standby. A cyber monitoring team is working round the clock to prevent misinformation or provocative content on social media.

Special measures have been taken to ensure the safety of women and children, with immediate action instructed against any harassment complaints. RAB urged festivalgoers to remain alert and seek assistance from nearby law enforcement if needed.