Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Tarique Rahman’s visit to Barishal created a festive atmosphere across Madaripur on July 13, 2026. Despite continuous monsoon rain, thousands of BNP leaders, activists, and supporters gathered along the Dhaka-Barishal highway from early morning to greet him. Carrying flowers and national and party flags, they waited to see and welcome their leader as his motorcade entered the district through Kathalbari in Shibchar upazila.

As the motorcade passed through areas including Panchchar, Bandarkhola, Sannyasirchar, Dattapara, and Suryanagar, crowds showered flowers and cheered. The Prime Minister waved from his car, prompting loud applause and slogans. The entire route turned vibrant with music, chants, and mobile recordings by attendees. Similar scenes were reported in Rajair, Sadar, and Kalkini upazilas, where banners and flags lined the roads.

Local MPs Jahandar Ali Mia, Helen Jerin Khan, and Anisur Rahman Khokon Talukder joined supporters in welcoming the Prime Minister. The participation of BNP’s affiliated organizations transformed the district into a colorful celebration.