After nearly a year and a half of apparent dormancy, the district office of the Bangladesh Awami League in Rajbari has resumed visible operations, triggering renewed debate within local political circles. The development was marked on Tuesday, 17 February, by the hoisting of the National Flag and the display of an inauguration banner at the party’s office located on the town’s main road.
The incident occurred at approximately 10:00 a.m., according to eyewitness accounts. Ismail Hossain, a van driver who was loading goods from a nearby truck, reported that two youths—estimated to be 17 or 18 years old—arrived at the premises and proceeded to raise the flag. They subsequently hung an inauguration banner and left the scene swiftly. No senior district leaders or party activists were visibly present, and no formal ceremony or public gathering accompanied the action.
Upon inspection, the banner was found to bear the name of Nuruzzaman Mia Sohel, General Secretary of the district unit of Jubo League, the youth wing traditionally affiliated with the Awami League. The text on the banner stated that organisational activities were being conducted in accordance with central directives and that the office had been formally “inaugurated”. However, it did not specify any forthcoming programme schedule, names of office-bearers, or details of planned political activities.
Local residents maintain that no open organisational activity had been observed at the office since 5 August of the previous year. Over this extended period, the premises reportedly remained inactive, with no visible meetings or administrative functions. Consequently, the sudden and symbolic nature of the flag-hoisting has generated speculation. Some observers interpret the move as a formal reactivation of district-level operations, while others suggest it may represent a limited gesture signalling a gradual organisational return.
Law enforcement authorities have confirmed that the matter is under scrutiny. Additional Superintendent of Police Tapas Kumar Pal stated that officers from the local police station and intelligence agencies visited the site following reports of the flag-hoisting. He indicated that the situation is being reviewed and that appropriate measures will be taken if necessary.
Incident Summary
| Subject | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Rajbari town, main road |
| Date | 17 February |
| Time | Approximately 10:00 a.m. |
| Activity | Hoisting of the National Flag and installation of inauguration banner |
| Associated Name | Nuruzzaman Mia Sohel (District Jubo League General Secretary) |
| Administrative Response | Police and intelligence inspection; review ongoing |
In broader terms, the episode may signal an attempt by the district unit of the Bangladesh Awami League to re-establish its organisational presence after a prolonged hiatus. Whether this symbolic reopening evolves into sustained political mobilisation and structured programming will depend on forthcoming developments. Political stakeholders and residents alike are observing the situation closely.