Tarique Rahman Ends 17-Year Exile, Lands in Bangladesh Amidst Grand Welcome

• BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman returns to Dhaka today after 17 years in exile from London with his wife and daughter.
• BNP made extensive preparations for his welcome; senior leaders to receive him at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport.
• Airport imposed a 24-hour visitor ban (Dec 24-25) for security, allowing only ticketed passengers.
• Interim government ensures security for Rahman, coordinating with BNP for his safe return.
• Rahman will attend a reception, visit Evercare Hospital, register as a voter on Dec 27, and nomination forms for elections are already collected.

Why It Matters: BNP leader Tarique Rahman ends 17-year exile, returning to Bangladesh today amidst party welcome and security measures.