Prime Minister Tarique Rahman. File Photo: BSS
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is scheduled to visit Jashore Monday on his first official trip to the district since assuming office. During the visit, he is expected to inaugurate several development projects in line with his election manifesto.
As part of his itinerary, the prime minister will inaugurate excavation work on the Ulshi Canal, lay the foundation stone of Jashore Medical College Hospital, and address a public rally, in addition to attending a series of party programmes throughout the day.
Prime Minister’s Additional Press Secretary Atikur Rahman Ruman said that Tarique Rahman is expected to arrive at Jashore Airport at approximately 10:15am.
He will begin his official programme around 11:15am by inaugurating the Ulshi Canal excavation project in Sharsha upazila.
This will be followed by a reception organised by the Sharsha upazila unit of the BNP around 11:30am.
After returning to Jashore town, the prime minister will offer Zuhr prayers and have lunch at the Circuit House.
Tarique Rahman, who also serves as chairman of the ruling BNP, will lay the foundation stone of Jashore Medical College Hospital around 3pm.
Later, he is scheduled to address a public rally organised by the district unit BNP at the Jashore Central Eidgah ground at approximately 3:30pm.
He is expected to depart Jashore for Dhaka by air around 6:15pm.