BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman reached the public event venue at July 36 Expressway after he was accorded warm reception and emotional greetings at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport on arrival from London.
BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir earlier led the party standing committee members to greet the acting chairman and accord reception at the VVIP lounge of the airport after his return from London as Tarique Rahman embraced them with a wide smile and warm handshake.
A festive atmosphere prevailed at the area from airport to July 36 Expressway as enthusiasm and excitement were evident among the activists. Some celebrated Tarique Rahman's return by waving the national flag, others carried the party symbol Dhaner Shish (Sheaf of Paddy), while some wore colourful attire and beat drums.
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