Prime Minister and Awami League President Sheikh Hasina inaugurated the 22nd national council of her party at Suhrawardy Udyan on Saturday morning.
General Secretary Obaidul Quader meanwhile hoisted the party flag while the national anthem played in the background.
The premier released pigeons and balloons into the air, starting the national council proceedings.
The 22nd national council of the ruling Awami League (AL) started today with a pledge to build “Smart Bangladesh” by 2041.
The main theme of this year's council is 'Unnoyon Abhijatrai Deshratna Sheikh Hasinar Netritte Bangabandhur Swapner Unnoto, Samridho O Smart Bangladesh Gorar Protoye'.
Obaidul Quader will present the report of general secretary. AL Presidium Member and reception committee convener Sheikh Fazlul Karim Selim will deliver the welcome address.
The first session of the council will end with the speech of Sheikh Hasina.
Around 7,000 councilors and over one lakh leaders and workers from across the country
The national committee of the party has approved Taka 3.13 crore for this 22nd national council.
