Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed has said that decorative illuminations will not be arranged nationwide during this year’s Independence Day celebrations, as the government seeks to prevent potential fuel shortages and promote electricity conservation.
The minister made the announcement on Sunday after a meeting with relevant ministries and agencies.He said two separate meetings were held to ensure security and maintain public comfort ahead of the Independence and National Day celebrations.
Senior officials from concerned ministries, departments and law enforcement agencies attended the meetings.
