The "peace rally" of the three associate bodies of the ruling Awami League started at the south gate of Baitul Mukarram this afternoon with Jubo League activists' cultural performances.
BNP rally: After protracted negotiations, the BNP finally got permission for its rally today at a ground which was not its first choice by any means. The permission came at the cost of a life, injuries to around 100 people, and arrest of dozens of party stalwarts.
Seven BNP lawmakers have announced their resignation from parliament from the Golapbagh rally today. Gulam Mohammad Siraj of Bogura-6 first made the announcement while addressing the rally.
Amid speculations, political tension, arrest of a huge number of party leaders and activists and protracted negotiations, BNP's last divisional rally finally started in the capital's at Golapbagh field this morning.