DHAKA: Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, also president of Awami League, inaugurated the two-day 28th national council of Bangladesh Chhatra League (BCL) at the Suhrawardy Udyan in the city Saturday.

Thousands of leaders-activists thronged the venue from all over the country to join the council, began at 11:15am.

After inauguration, other activities of the council are underway amid festive atmosphere.

Party sources said new committee for Bangladesh Chhatra League  will be formed through the council.

The BCL constitution provides for the election of new leaders every two years. But, this council is being held after four years.

BDST: 1200 HRS, JULY 25, 2015
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