BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia has started for the court to hear the verdict in a graft case against her today.
She left her Gulshan residence about 11:42am.
Tension mounts
Tension has gripped Dhaka city ahead of the verdict.
People are seen scared as they come out of home to join office or do some errands even amid a tight security at various parts in the capital.
Mobile jammer
Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has installed mobile network jammer in and around the court premises to avert the spreading of any rumour.
Restricted movement
Law enforcement agencies have stopped public movement in and around Alia Madrasha Area where the makeshift trial court has been set up.
Violation of ban on processions
Ruling Awami League leaders and activists are seen holding processions at various parts of the city despite a police ban on any such programme on the verdict day.