Dhaka, Dec. 10 -- BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman on Wednesday called on party members to intensify their efforts to win public support in the upcoming election, saying that ensuring the victory of the 'Sheaf of Paddy' is essential to protect the country and promote its progress through the party's well-planned programmes.

"In the upcoming election, we seek the people's verdict and support. This is not the time to sit idle. You must join the battle - a battle for the people, a battle for the nation, for the good of the country," he said while speaking virtually at the closing session of the fourth day of BNP's 'Plan to Build the Country' programme.

The BNP leader also urged his colleagues to use their time wisely by planning and work...