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Dhaka, May 10, 2025 – Md. Hanif, chairman of Hanif Paribahan and a key accused in the fabricated grenade attack case against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, returned to Bangladesh on Saturday after 15 years abroad. Hanif, a prominent BNP leader, landed at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka at 12 PM on a Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight from the United Kingdom.
Hanif was acquitted last year on August 5, 2024, following the fall of the Awami League government, in what he described as a false and conspiratorial case. His return was met with a warm reception, as thousands of BNP leaders, activists, and employees of Hanif Paribahan gathered at the airport with floral wreaths to welcome him. Supporters, including BNP workers and transport company staff from across the country, began assembling at the airport from 10 AM.
At around 4:15 PM, after completing immigration formalities, Hanif emerged from Terminal 1 in an open-top jeep, greeted by enthusiastic supporters who adorned him with flowers and garlands. Waving to the crowd, he expressed gratitude and called for unity in the interest of the nation, emphasizing the overwhelming love and support from the public.
Among those present at the airport were BNP Vice Chairman Kazi Shah Mofazzal Hossain Kaikobad, UK BNP President MA Malik, Hanif’s elder brother and former Savar Upazila Chairman Kofil Uddin, his son Arat, nephew Abhi, niece Akash, Zakaria Mahmud (USA), and Advocate Parvez (UK).
AI/MR
