Thousands join BNP rally in Patuakhali

Thousands of people thronged Shaheed Alauddin Children’s Park in Patuakhali town on Saturday to attend a rally organized by the BNP on the occasion of National Revolution and Solidarity Day.

The rally, organized by BNP’s Patuakhali Sadar Upazila unit, began at 10am. It was presided over by Kazi Mahbub Hossain, president of the unit. Maulana Nasarul Haque, a member of BNP’s National Executive Committee, delivered the keynote speech as the chief guest.

District BNP Convener Abdus Rashid Chunnu Mia, Secretary Snehangshu Sarker Kuti, and former Mayor and district BNP member Moshtaq Ahmed Pinu, among others, also addressed the gathering.

In their speeches, BNP leaders claimed that their offices in Patuakhali had been attacked and vandalized 14 times over the past 15 years. Despite these challenges, they said, the people of Patuakhali had remained resilient.

The leaders further assured that Patuakhali, known as a city of peace, would continue to uphold its peaceful reputation as they pledged to carry on their struggle with unity.

From the morning, BNP leaders and activists from Patuakhali Sadar Upazila and 14 unions gathered in groups, marching toward the rally venue.

Many participants carried bundles of paddy sheaf, placards featuring images of BNP founder Ziaur Rahman, and even paraded with a replica of Khaleda Zia, playing drums and energizing the town with excitement.

Supporters from BNP and its affiliated organizations, including Jubo Dal, Chhatra Dal, Sramik Dal, Mahila Dal, Krishak Dal, and others, joined the rally, adding to the vibrant atmosphere.