DU Metro Station Closed for New Year’s Eve

In a strategic move to bolster public safety and manage the influx of revellers, the Dhaka Mass Transit Company Limited (DMTCL) has announced the temporary closure of the Dhaka University (DU) Metro Station. The decision, effective from Wednesday evening, aligns with the nationwide security measures implemented for New Year’s Eve (31st December 2025). The suspension of services at this specific hub was enacted following a formal request from the University of Dhaka authorities to mitigate overcrowding and potential security risks within the campus grounds.

According to a press release issued by the DMTCL on Wednesday afternoon, all train operations at the DU station ceased at 7:00 PM. Passengers have been advised that trains will no longer stop at this platform for the remainder of the evening, and both entry and exit points will remain sealed until further notice. This operational shift is a recurring theme during major holidays and celebrations, where the university campus—a primary focal point for festivities—becomes a sensitive zone requiring stringent crowd control.

Operational Status of Metro Stations

While the Dhaka University station remains off-limits, the DMTCL has clarified that the rest of the MRT Line-6 network will continue to operate under its standard New Year’s Eve schedule.

Historically, Dhaka University serves as the heart of New Year celebrations in the capital, often attracting tens of thousands of young residents and families. To prevent any untoward incidents or disorderly conduct, law enforcement agencies, in coordination with the university’s proctorial body, traditionally enforce restricted access to the campus. By closing the metro station—a high-capacity artery for the area—authorities aim to de-escalate the density of the crowds before the stroke of midnight.

Commuters and celebrants are urged to plan their journeys accordingly, utilizing alternative transport or disembarking at adjacent stations such as Shahbagh or Secretariat. The DMTCL has expressed its regret for any inconvenience caused but emphasised that passenger safety and the maintenance of law and order remain the highest priorities during the transition into the new year.