Dhaka, Dec 25 (V7N) – Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman is returning to Bangladesh as a Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight carrying him departed London’s Heathrow Airport late Wednesday night.

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According to airline and party sources, the flight left Heathrow at 12:15 am Bangladesh time. Tarique Rahman is travelling with his wife, Dr Zubaida Rahman, and their daughter, Zaima Rahman.

The Biman Bangladesh Airlines aircraft is scheduled to land at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka at 11:55 am on Thursday. The flight is operating as a regular international service, and its movement is being closely followed through live flight-tracking systems by party leaders, supporters, and the general public.

Tarique Rahman’s return comes after many years abroad and is being viewed by BNP leaders as a significant political development. Party sources said preparations have been made to receive him upon arrival, while supporters across different parts of the country are awaiting his return with keen interest.

Security measures have been strengthened at and around the airport in anticipation of his arrival, officials said. Further political activities following his return are expected to be announced after he reaches Dhaka safely.

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