Dhaka, Dec. 25 -- Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) is going to enter a new political phase as its acting chairman Tarique Rahman is set to return to Bangladesh on Thursday morning, ending 17 years of self-exile.

Hours before his landing, the party leaders have described the homecoming as both politically significant and emotionally charged.

Meanwhile, the 300 Feet area of Dhaka has turned into a human sea where a grand reception has been arranged for him.

Hours before the scheduled return of the BNP acting chairman, the 300 Feet area is apparently brimmed with thousands of the party supporters.

Besides, a huge number of people were seen heading towards the 300 Feet by buses, trucks and other vehicles on Thursday morning.

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