Published: 29 Jan 2026, 11:01 am
Dhaka, the bustling capital of Bangladesh, is home to a near-daily schedule of events organised by government offices, political parties, and various organisations. Today, Thursday, 29 January 2026, several significant programmes are lined up across the city. Citizens, journalists, and interested participants can take note of the following key events.
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has planned a series of activities aimed at engaging party members and supporters. The schedule begins in the morning:
10:00 AM – Discussion Meeting at National Press Club
The session will be held in the Abdus Salam Hall of the National Press Club. Begum Selima Rahman, a senior member of the BNP Standing Committee, is set to attend as the chief guest. The discussion will focus on current political developments and the party’s strategic plans for the coming months.
11:00 AM – Campaign Activity in Dewan Para, Bashantek
In Dewan Para, Bashantek, Abdus Salam, Chief Coordinator of the Election Management Committee, will lead an electoral campaign on behalf of BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman. Party workers and local supporters are expected to gather to receive guidance on upcoming election strategies.
Jamaat-e-Islami has organised an afternoon event to connect with the residents of Mirpur:
2:00 PM – Public Meeting at Walk-Up High School Ground, Mirpur-1
A public gathering will be held at the school ground, with Jamaat-e-Islami Amir Dr Shafiqur Rahman scheduled to deliver the keynote speech. The session aims to highlight the party’s positions on national issues and strengthen community engagement.
| Political Party/Organisation | Time | Venue | Chief Guest / Speaker | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BNP | 10:00 AM | Abdus Salam Hall, National Press Club | Begum Selima Rahman | Discussion on political developments |
| BNP | 11:00 AM | Dewan Para, Bashantek | Abdus Salam | Electoral campaign for Tarique Rahman |
| Jamaat-e-Islami | 2:00 PM | Walk-Up High School Ground, Mirpur-1 | Dr Shafiqur Rahman | Public meeting and community engagement |
These programmes reflect the ongoing political activities in the capital, underscoring the vibrancy of civic engagement in Dhaka. Residents and media personnel are advised to plan their movements accordingly, as traffic congestion may increase near the venues during these events.
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