BNP’s May Day rally begins

An event titled ‘Workers Rally’ organised by the Jatiyatabadi Sramik Dal begaon on Thursday afternoon.

Huge numbers of BNP leaders and activists have gathered at Nayapaltan in Dhaka marking rally.

They came in small processions from different city wards and nearby districts, carrying red caps, T-shirts, colourful placards, and banners.

It began around 2:10pm with a recitation from the Holy Quran.

Leaders from the party's district and city units are currently addressing the gathering.

BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman is expected to deliver an important speech on the current labour situation and contemporary national politics at the rally as the chief guest.

The rally is being presided over by Anwar Hossain, president of the Sramik Dal. 

Among those present on stage are BNP Chairperson's Adviser Amanullah Aman, Vice Chairman Ahmed Azam Khan, and Assistant Office Secretary Taiful Islam Tipu, among others.