As we cruised into the Kirtankhola River near Barisal, the sun had just begun to rise. A faint outline of a long line of trees and structures appeared on the horizon. It was a welcome sight after a night in what seemed like the middle of nowhere, sailing through mile after mile of unknown waters.

Awami League’s mayor choice for Barisal today submitts his nomination to the Election Commission ahead of the Barisal City Corporation on July 30.