All eyes are currently on the impending verdict in a graft case against BNP chief and former prime minister Khaleda Zia as Awami League and BNP have threatened to confront each other on the streets over the outcome of the case. Senior leaders of BNP said they have no plan to resort to violence over the verdict, but they will stage demonstrations in a peaceful and democratic manner if the verdict goes against their party chief, Khaleda. On the other hand, the Awami League leadership instructed party leaders and activists to remain on guard at important places including Jatrabari, Konapara, Demra, Dania, Shyampur, Azimpur, Shantinagar, Badda and Mirpur. Awami League will also bring out processions from all 44 wards of the city. AL’s directives for grassroots leaders, activistsThe Awami League (AL) top brass has instructed its leaders and activists at the grassroots level to stay alert.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 06, 2018 16:47 UTC