News Flash
DHAKA, Dec 25, 2025 (BSS) - Thousands of leaders and activists of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) lined both sides of the Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport Road from early morning today to welcome the party's Acting Chairman, Tarique Rahman.
As the morning progressed, the number of party supporters steadily increased, creating a vibrant and festive atmosphere along the key thoroughfare. Leaders and activists from different districts and thanas gathered with party flags, banners, placards and flowers to greet Tarique Rahman upon his arrival.
Supporters chanted slogans like "Welcome to Tarique Rahman's return" and "Tarique Rahman is the soul of Bangladesh," expressing enthusiasm and solidarity with the BNP leader.
Leaders and activists of BNP's Dhaka North City unit were seen taking positions in areas adjacent to the airport, while those from the Dhaka South City unit lined both sides of the road from Khilkhet to the 300-feet road near the Bashundhara Residential Area.
Extensive security measures have been put in place along the Airport Road and surrounding areas to maintain law and order. Members of the Bangladesh Army, Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) and police are deployed to ensure security and smooth movement.
Law enforcrs are taking necessary steps to prevent anyone from entering the main road and disrupting traffic flow. Members of the security forces were also seen on high alert along both sides of the road from Gate No. 8 of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Kuril Bishwa Road.
Meanwhile, a mass reception has been arranged at the 300-feet area in Purbachal to mark Tarique Rahman's homecoming. A large number of party leaders, activists and supporters have already gathered at the designated venue, where a festive atmosphere is prevailing ahead of the reception.
