Tarique Rahman’s reception : 300-Foot Road full to brim defying severe cold

The reception venue of Dhaka’s 300-Foot Road for BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman is packed to capacity several hours before the scheduled ceremony marking his return home after nearly 17 years of exile in London.

On-the-ground observations revealed that party leaders and activists were arriving at the venue from different parts of the country by buses, trucks and private vehicles.

The activists were seen chanting various slogans including ‘Tarique Rahman Asche, Ma-Mati Dakche’, ‘Ajker Ei Din e, Shaheed Zia Mone Pore’, ‘Tomar Amar Marka, Dhaner Shis Marka’, ‘Tarique Rahmaner Agomon, Suveceshha Sagotom’, ‘Desh Neta Asche, Bangladesh Kapche’ etc.

A festive atmosphere prevailed at the venue as enthusiasm and excitement were evident among the activists. Some are waving national flag, others carrying the party symbol Dhaner Shis (Sheaf of Paddy), while some wore colourful attire and beat drums.