Dhaka, April 2 -- The Ruling Awami League may induct many new faces in its next central committee to be formed through the party's council as it is apparently eager to pass the torch to its next generation of leaders.

The 21st national council of the party is likely to be held in October this year, AL sources said.

Senior leaders to grassroots-level activists across the country are eagerly waiting for the Awami League council to see their new leaders.

They are actively attending various party programmes as well as closely communicating with other leaders to grab the post of party general secretary.

The recent illness of current general secretary Obaidul Quader has increased the possibility of a newly elected leader for the post, accor...