United News of Bangladesh

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Friday expressed the hope that Bangladesh will become a truly democratic state under the leadership of BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman. “The country will move forward on the democratic path through Tarique Rahman, and the people of the country will regain their democratic rights. His majestic return yesterday (Thursday) carries that message,” he said. Fakhrul made the remarks while talking to journalists at Zia Udyan in Sher-e-Bangla Nagar before paying tributes at the grave of BNP founder and martyred President Ziaur Rahman. He said people have warmly welcomed Tarique Rahman through a grand reception. “He has come with a message of change.” Fakhrul said Tarique’s return is not just a political event but also marks the beginning of a new chapter in Bangladesh’s history.  “After being in exile since 2006, Tarique Rahman returned to the country yesterday (Thursday). His return was grand and unprecedented. The people of Bangladesh welcomed him spontaneously and joined in the celebrations with joy and enthusiasm. The people has got back their beloved leader,” he said. Fakhrul a said very few leaders in Bangladesh’s political history have received such spontaneous popular support and public reception. As a young and promising leader, he said Tarique is now seen not only by the people but also by international media as a potential future Prime Minister of Bangladesh. “Fresh air has begun to flow in Bangladesh’s political sky. Tarique Rahman’s return is not just a personal comeback; it marks the beginning of a new chapter in the country’s politics. It will pave the way for the restoration of democracy and fulfilment of people’s aspirations,” Fakhrul said. The BNP leader also said people have started dreaming again, and Tarique now stands at the centre of those hopes. Expressing firm confidence, Fakhrul said Tarique would implement properly the far-reaching plans he has undertaken for the welfare of the people. BNP Standing Committee member Mirza Abbas said martyred President Ziaur Rahman had established multi-party democracy in the country, which was later upheld through tough struggles by Begum Khaleda Zia. “Today, under the leadership of Tarique Rahman, that democracy will fully blossom,” he said. Abbas said the confusion and uncertainty among the public over election-related issues has been completely removed with Tarique’s return. “Tarique Rahman’s presence has brought clarity to the political arena. People are now far more confident than before about a free and fair election,” he added. Tarique returned to Bangladesh on Thursday after spending nearly 17 years abroad. The aircraft carrying him, his wife Zubaida Rahman, and their daughter Zaima Rahman entered Bangladesh’s airspace earlier in the day. His return has drawn wide public attention and strong emotions among BNP leaders, activists, and supporters across the country. Tarique was greeted by a rapturous reception from hundreds of thousands of jubilant supporters, marking his homecoming as a historic and triumphant event.