Prime Minister walks 6 kilometers together with party leaders, activists

From Nayapaltan to Manik Mia Avenue—Prime Minister and BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman walked 6-kilometer with party leaders and activists in the city.

Marking the National Revolution and Solidarity Day, a colorful rally set out this Saturday afternoon from in front of BNP's central office in Nayapaltan in the capital. Tarique Rahman led this rally.

Along the continuous walking route, many senior leaders were seen struggling to keep up. Ahead of the Prime Minister were the top leaders of Juba Dal, Swechchhasebak Dal, Krishak Dal and Chhatra Dal. They too were amazed to see the Prime Minister's relentless walking pace.

The rally passed Kakrail intersection, Ramna Park road beside the Chief Justice's residence, Hotel InterContinental intersection, Banglamotor, Farmgate, and Indira Road before ending at Manik Mia Avenue.

The Prime Minister inaugurated the rally with a brief speech at 3:30 pm. He reached Manik Mia after covering the 6-kilometer route at 4:30 pm.

The Prime Minister was wearing a white half-sleeve shirt and gray trousers. He had navy blue keds on his feet.

Thousands of people stood on both sides of the entire route to catch a glimpse of the Prime Minister, waving their hands in greeting. Crowds of enthusiastic people were seen on the high-rise buildings. Tarique Rahman, with a smiling face, waved back in response to the greetings.

The Prime Minister's Additional Press Secretary Atikur Rahman Ruman said, "Such a scene of a prime minister walking continuously is unprecedented in Bangladesh. I think this will inspire the people of the country in the journey of building democracy."

"Earlier, martyr President Ziaur Rahman walked miles after miles during canal excavation programs. Nowhere along the route did the Prime Minister's walking rhythm falter. He walked continuously. He also told other leaders to walk," he added.

Along the Prime Minister's long walking route were BNP Standing Committee members Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury, Salahuddin Ahmed, Dr. A Z M Zahid Hossain, Aman Ullah Aman, Vice Chairman Nurul Islam Moni, Advisory Council member Zahir Uddin Swapan, Joint Secretary General Khairul Kabir Khokon, Habibun Nabi Khan Sohel, Treasurer Rashiduzzaman Millat, Publicity Secretary Sultan Salahuddin Tuku, and several other central leaders.

However, some leaders fatigued as PM maintained smooth and bold pace all along the 6-KM route. 

At 3 pm, the Prime Minister ascended the makeshift stage in front of BNP's central office in Nayapaltan. He delivered a speech there.

At that time, the stage was attended by the party's Acting Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi, Standing Committee members Mirza Abbas, Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury, Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed, A Z M Zahid Hossain, Farhad Halim Donar, Vice Chairman Ahmed Azam Khan, and some other central leaders.From 12 noon, leaders and activists began gathering in Nayapaltan in small processions. From Kakrail intersection to Fakirapool intersection, the influx of thousands of leaders, activists and supporters turned into a sea of people.In the hands of the leaders and activists were the red-green flag of Bangladesh and placards bearing the portraits of martyr President Ziaur Rahman, Begum Khaleda Zia and Tarique Rahman. The leaders and activists gave the rally a colorful look by wearing caps and jerseys of various colors.Tarique Rahman returned to the country on December 25, 2025, after nearly a decade and a half of exiled life in London. Since then, he has spoken at many public meetings and gatherings. This is Tarique Rahman's first participation in a party rally since returning to the country. His participation created extra enthusiasm among the party's leaders and activists.