A Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight carrying BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman and his entourage departed Sylhet for Dhaka on Thursday morning.
The flight, BG-102, took off from Sylhet Osmani International Airport at 11:04 am, airline sources said.
Earlier, the aircraft carrying Tarique Rahman landed in Sylhet at 9:57 am after departing London’s Heathrow Airport around 12:23 am (Bangladesh time).
Senior BNP leaders, including members of the party’s Standing Committee, are set to receive him at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka.
Tarique Rahman is travelling with his wife Zubaida Rahman, his daughter Barrister Zaima Rahman and other personal aides.
After arriving in Dhaka, he is scheduled to briefly address party leaders, supporters, and the nation near the capital’s 300 Feet area where thousands have gathered.
He will thank the people and offer a short prayer of gratitude for his safe return.