Ahead of the upcoming 13th National Parliamentary Election, BNP’s Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman has issued an important message to party leaders and nomination aspirants. He called for unity and instructed everyone to work together to ensure the victory of officially nominated BNP candidates.
On Sunday (November 2), Tarique Rahman made the remarks while inaugurating the online payment gateway for BNP’s membership renewal and new member registration among expatriates at a program held in Banani, Dhaka.
Tarique Rahman said, “After the election announcement in February, the Election Commission will declare the schedule in due time. BNP is making all possible preparations for the upcoming polls.”
He stated that BNP’s nomination process is ongoing for all 300 constituencies. Although there are multiple qualified candidates in many areas, not everyone can be nominated. Those who have actively supported the BNP in its anti-fascism movement will also receive consideration in seat allocation.
Tarique Rahman further mentioned that the names of nominated candidates will be announced soon. “Some will be denied nominations, but they must accept the party’s decision in the interest of the nation and the organization. Because the party is greater than the individual, and the country is greater than the party,” he said.
He urged party members not to engage in any activities that could embarrass the BNP.
Highlighting the existence of organized propaganda against the BNP, Tarique Rahman said, “A coordinated campaign and conspiracy have already started to prevent BNP’s victory. But if the believers in Bangladeshi nationalism remain united, no conspiracy can separate the BNP from the people.”
Calling on all anti-fascist forces to remain alert, the BNP leader said, “As a responsible political party, BNP has always prioritized maintaining anti-fascist unity. However, constant new conditions are making the path toward democratic progress increasingly difficult. Everyone must remain aware of the consequences.”
He also expressed concern about public doubts over the timely holding of the national election. “Such uncertainty was not supposed to arise. The growing suspicion and distrust among citizens may endanger the democratic process,” he said.
Finally, Tarique Rahman warned that, “If political parties fail to differentiate between tactics and deceit, they may ultimately be forced into unconditional surrender to undemocratic forces.”
