Agitation in Mymensingh

Mymensingh Zila Nagorik Andolon, a local citizens' body, yesterday brought out a procession to drum up support for today's road and rail blockade programme to realise10-point demand. The demands include upgradation of Mymensingh as divisional city, Mymensingh municipality as city corporation, Ananda Mohan College as full-fledged university and establishment of an education board in the district. The procession was joined by hundreds of people belonging to different professions and political parties. A rally was held after the procession. The leaders told the rally that they will continue their movement until the demands are met. Today's road and rail blockade programme will be held from 6:00 am to 12:00 noon.