Dhaka, May 22 -- Though a High Court decision has cleared the way for BNP leader Ishraque Hossain to be sworn in as the mayor for the Dhaka South City Corporation, his supporters are still taking up positions at the Matsya Bhaban intersection despite the rain.

Drenched by the downpour, they are chanting slogans calling for the resignations of two advisors to the interim government. Preparations are underway for a victory procession while carrying Ishraque's photo.

Hundreds of protesters blocked the road at the Matsya Bhaban intersection, bringing traffic to a halt. The protest has led to heavy traffic congestion in the Shegun Bagicha, Paltan, National Press Club Road, Doel Chattar, Bijoynagar Road, Topkhana Road, and the different stree...