Bangladesh, July 13 -- Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has launched a tree-planting programme along both banks of Barishal's Sagardi Canal at 30 Godown, covering more than 350 saplings.

The BNP chief arrived at the canal bank after 2pm on Monday, where his Advisory Council members, Mazibar Rahman Sarwar and Syed Moazzem Hossain Alal, received him.

Barishal District Convenor Abul Hossain Khan, central party leaders Mezbauddin Farhad, Ebaidur Rahman Chan, and Mahbubul Haque Nannu, alongside Barishal City Corporation Administrator Bilkis Jahan Shirin, were also present to welcome him.

The prime minister planted a coconut sapling, while local leaders planted more trees along both banks.

The drive includes coconut saplings and five neem tre...