Staff reporter : BNP brought out a massive colourful rally, marking 'National Revolution and Solidarity Day, in the capital on Friday.

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Thousands of leaders and activists of BNP and its associate bodies assembled at Nayapaltan since noon, prepared to participate in a large-scale showdown.

Streets and alleys from Kakrail Mosque to Fakirerpool and adjoining areas were packed with BNP supporters, causing traffic disruption in the areas.

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After a brief address, party's acting chairman, Tarique Rahman formally inaugurated the rally around 3:32pm.

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir also spoke at the gathering.

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It will proceed towards Manik Mia Avenue, passing through Kakrail intersection, Kakrail Mosque, Matsya Bhaban, the Engineering Institute, Shahbagh, Hotel Intercontinental, Bangla Motor, Karwan Bazar, and Farmgate.

The event will conclude with a virtual address by the party's acting chairman, Tarique Rahman, at Manik Mia Avenue.

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