Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today visited the Ashkona Hajj Camp. Photo : PMO

DHAKA, April 17, 2026 (BSS) – Prime Minister Tarique Rahman visited the Ashkona Hajj Camp in the city and exchanged pleasantries with the Hajj pilgrims tonight.
 
The premier arrived at the Hajj Camp around 10:50pm and talked to pilgrims, hugging them and shaking hands.
 
At that time, Tarique Rahman, also ruling BNP chairman, joined a munajat (prayer) there, wishing successful completion of the Hajj rituals.
 
The Prime Minister is scheduled to inaugurate this year’s Hajj flights at the Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA) here at 11:30pm tonight.
 
Religious Affairs Minister Kazi Shah Mofazzal Houssain (Kaikobad) and Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Husain were among the companions of the Prime Minister during the Hajj Camp visit.