The long-awaited tri-annual conference of the BNP’s Patuakhali district unit began on Wednesday, marking the first such district council in Barishal division where leaders will be elected through direct voting.
After 23 years, the conference venue, Gymnasium ground in the town, turned into a festive gathering since morning as leaders and activists from across the district thronged the area.
The formal inauguration of the conference began with the hoisting of the national and party flags by BNP Standing Committee member Abdul Awal Mintoo.
Later in the day, BNP’s Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman virtually joined the event and delivered the chief guest’s speech.
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The conference was presided over by district BNP convener Abdul Rashid Chunnu Mia and conducted by member secretary Snehashu Sarkar Kutti.
The entire town wore a festive look centring the conference, as streets have been decorated with colourful banners, festoons and arches, while vibrant lights adorn key areas.
The first session of the conference features speeches from central and district leaders.
In the second session, councillors will cast their votes to elect the new district committee, the first BNP district council in Barishal division through direct voting.