PM walks 6km to lead Nov 7 rally 

Prime Minister and BNP chief Tarique Rahman walked around six kilometres from Naya Paltan to Manik Mia Avenue on Saturday, leading a grand rally marking National Revolution and Solidarity Day.

He began the procession at 3:30pm after delivering a brief speech in front of the BNP's central office in Naya Paltan. He reached Manik Mia Avenue at around 4:30pm.

Several senior BNP leaders accompanied him during the walk, including Standing Committee members Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury, Salahuddin Ahmed and AZM Zahid Hossain.

Other leaders included Aman Ullah Aman, Vice-Chairman Nurul Islam Moni, Advisory Council member Zahir Uddin Swapan, Joint Secretaries General Khairul Kabir Khokon and Habib-un-Nabi Khan Sohel, Treasurer Rashiduzzaman Millat and Publicity Secretary Sultan Salahuddin Tuku.

The procession passed through Kakrail intersection, the road beside the Chief Justice's residence, Ramna Park, Hotel InterContinental intersection, Bangla Motor, Farmgate and Indira Road before reaching Manik Mia Avenue.

Tarique wore a white short-sleeved shirt, grey trousers and navy blue sneakers during the walk.

Thousands of people gathered on both sides of the route to catch a glimpse of him. Many also watched from the balconies and rooftops of nearby high-rise buildings.

People waved and greeted Tarique as he passed. He responded with a smile and waved back at the crowd.

Leaders of Jubo Dal, Swechasebak Dal, Krishak Dal and Chhatra Dal led the procession ahead of him.