Rangpur:A festive atmosphere has enveloped Rangpur city as it prepares for Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's visit to the historic 'Dharmasabha' (Radha Gobinda) Temple. The visit, scheduled for tomorrow, coincides with the celebration of the Sharodiya Durga Puja, where the Prime Minister will meet with members of the Sanaton community.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, extensive preparations are underway to ensure the success of the Prime Minister's visit. These include enhanced cleanliness drives, security measures, and various aesthetic improvements across the city. Roads are being cleaned and repainted, flowering plants are being added along dividers, and footpaths are being cleared for pedestrian access.
Billboards throughout Rangpur now display messages of goodwill from various local organizations, and musical performances are being prepared to promote communal harmony. Specific roads designated for the Prime Minister's travel are undergoing repairs, with particular focus on the stretch from 'DC Mour' to the 'Checkpost' area.
The Rangpur City Corporation's Administrator, Advocate Mahfuz-un-Nabi Don, is overseeing these preparations. A four-tier security arrangement involving the Special Security Force, National Security Intelligence, Police, and Border Guard Bangladesh is in place to ensure safety during the visit. Senior law enforcement officials have already inspected the designated sites.
President of the 'Dharmasabha' Temple, Partha Bose, expressed delight at the Prime Minister's visit, highlighting its significance for the Sanaton community. Deputy Commissioner Israt Jahan noted that extensive preparations have been made to ensure the visit's smooth execution.
The Prime Minister's visit is significant as it follows his allocation of Taka 1,813 crore for infrastructure development projects in Rangpur, generating excitement among the local population. The Rangpur Metropolitan BNP has also been actively preparing, with meetings held to ensure the visit is a success.