Prime Minister Tarique Rahman used the national flag on his official car for the first time since assuming office on Independence and National Day.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s official car carried the national flag on Thursday (March 26) for the first time since he took office as head of the government.

According to the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), the flag was mounted on the car as he travelled to Savar in the morning to pay homage to the Liberation War martyrs at the National Memorial, marking the 56th Independence and National Day.

Later, the prime minister proceeded to the National Parade Ground in the same flag-bearing vehicle to attend the Independence and National Day Parade 2026.

Officials described the move as a symbolic gesture reflecting national respect and respect for the significance of the day.