Dhaka, Feb. 8 -- BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman has promised to build a "safe Dhaka" and add 40 playgrounds to the city if elected.

He made the promises while speaking at a rally at the ECB Chattar in Mirpur under the Dhaka-17 constituency around 3:45pm, after launching his election campaign in Dhaka.

"If my party is elected, Inshallah, we will transform Dhaka and cities across the country into safe places," he said.

"Cities where mothers and sisters are safe, people feel secure and pursue their livelihoods without any worries. Beautiful cities where residents can breathe," he added.

He also promised to build at least 40 playgrounds across Dhaka city.

"This will give our children a place to play, and our elders, mothers and sisters some...