JSD, Tarikat Federation want to use 'Boat' symbol

Hasanul Haq Inu-led Jatiya Samajtantrik Dal (JSD) and Bangladesh Tarikat Federation want to contest the 11th parliamentary elections using Awami League's electoral symbol 'Boat', reports UNB.

JSD sent a letter, signed by JSD president Hasanul Huque Inu, to the Election Commissioner on Sunday seeking 'Boat' symbol for contesting the election.

Besides, Bangladesh Tarikat Federation sent a letter to the Election Commission demanding the same.

Syed Rezaul Haque Chandpuri, general secretary of the patry, sent the letter to the EC Secretary.