Tarique Rahman Ends 17-Year Exile, Returns to Bangladesh Amidst Turmoil

• BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman, Khaleda Zia's eldest son, returns to Bangladesh after 17 years of exile.
• His return follows the murder of student leader Sharif Osman Hadi, causing extreme turmoil in Bangladesh.
• Tarique departs London's Heathrow Airport Wednesday midnight, arriving in Dhaka Thursday 11:20 AM with family.
• BNP is organizing a grand public reception on 36 July Expressway (300 Feet Road) with a massive stage in Purbachal, Dhaka.
• After arrival, he will visit Evercare Hospital, then reside at house number 196 on Gulshan Avenue, and become a voter on December 27th.

Why It Matters: Tarique Rahman's return after 17 years marks a significant political event for Bangladesh and BNP.