BNP leaders and family members of recently arrested party members created a human chain in front of the Jatiya Press Club today, demanding the release of detained leaders.
The protest began at 11:00 a.m. and continued for more than two hours.
The event gathered about two dozen people, the most of them were women. They held banners and photos of imprisoned relatives and chanted slogans demanding their immediate release.
The human chain was organised by Jatiyatabadi Mohila Dal, BNP`s women`s wing.
The event was presided over by Afroza Abbas, President of Mohila Dal. Selima Rahman, a member of the BNP`s standing committee, was the chief guest.
"We urge the government to release them immediately," said Afroza Abbas.
Speakers voiced concern about the health and well-being of BNP officials and activists imprisoned in overcrowded conditions.
Police were deployed nearby but did not step in.
