Dhaka, Dec. 27 -- BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman on Saturday expressed gratitude to the people of Bangladesh for their warm reception following his return to the country after 17 years abroad.

In a message posted on his verified Facebook page, he said, "Dear friends, sisters, and brothers across Bangladesh, last Thursday is a day I will carry in my heart forever, the day I returned to the soil of my homeland after 17 long years. The warmth of your welcome, the sea of faces along the roads of Dhaka, and the prayers of millions are moments, I will never forget. My deepest thanks to all."

The BNP leader also said words cannot fully express the respect and love his family and he feels for this homecoming.

He thanked his supporters for ...