Dhaka, Oct. 6 -- Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Mosleh Uddin Ahmed on Tuesday assured people of a peaceful and smooth celebration of Durga Puja in the capital, saying foolproof security measures will be in place across Dhaka.

Describing the first major Hindu religious festival under the current democratic government as an "acid test", he said the DMP will remain on high alert to ensure the safety of devotees and visitors at every puja mandap.

The DMP commissioner made the remarks while chairing a meeting on security, law and order and traffic management for the five-day Durga Puja, beginning on October 17, at the DMP Headquarters.

He said comprehensive security measures will be in place for the Durga Puja celebrations and...