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NCP urges govt to ensure feasible reforms, justice before polls

Member secretary of National Citizens Party (NCP), Akhtar Hossain, on Tuesday called on the interim government to proceed with holding national elections by implementing key state reforms and expediting judicial proceedings concerning July incidents. Speaking at a discussion titled “Democrat

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NCP urges govt to ensure feasible reforms, justice before polls

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Published :
May 27, 2025 20:21
Updated :
May 27, 2025 20:21

Member secretary of National Citizens Party (NCP), Akhtar Hossain, on Tuesday called on the interim government to proceed with holding national elections by implementing key state reforms and expediting judicial proceedings concerning July incidents.

Speaking at a discussion titled “Democratic Conversion: Basic Reform and Election” held at the Abdus Salam Auditorium of the National Press Club, Akhtar Hossain emphasized that holding elections without meaningful reforms would risk paving the way for authoritarian rule in Bangladesh once again.

Organized by Reform Coordination Committee of NCP, the discussion was chaired by NCP member secretary Akhter Hossen while NCP joint convener Javed Hasan presented detailed recommendations for state reforms.

“Reforms and elections should not be seen as opposing forces. If we go to the polls without restructuring the state, we will only reinforce a legacy of fascism,” Akhtar said. “To truly honor the essence of the movement that brought us here, we must dismantle the old system and build a new state structure.”

Akhtar called for a complete overhaul of the current constitution, criticizing it for consolidating excessive power in the hands of the Prime Minister.

“Goodwill of the rulers alone is insufficient. If the constitution itself is authoritarian in design, civil rights and democracy cannot thrive,” he noted. “Accountability within the legal framework is essential to prevent the return of dictatorship.”

He also stressed the urgency of establishing an independent judiciary. “The judiciary is the last refuge for the people. In the past, it has been subjugated by political forces. From now on, no citizen should suffer persecution simply for expressing dissent.”

Calling for unity among political forces, Akhtar warned that any party failing to honor the commitments of the July Charter would be rejected by the people.

He urged all anti-authoritarian parties to unite against Awami fascism.

Professor Dilara Chowdhury, Supreme Court lawyer Dr. Sharif Bhuiyan, advocate Shisir Monir, BIGD research fellow Dr. Mirza M Hasan, adviser to the BNP acting chairman Dr. Mahdi Amin, AB Party General Secretary Barrister Asaduzzaman Fuad, presidium member of Islami Andolon Bangladesh Md. Ashraf Ali Akon, NCP Chief Coordinator Nasiruddin Patwary, Joint Convener Sultan Mohammad Zakaria, Sarwar Tushar and Khaled Saifullah spoke on the occasion, among others.​

 

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No place for extortionists in tomorrow’s Bangladesh: Sarjis

Speaking at a meeting in Bokultola, Biral upazila of Dinajpur today, he warned that extortion would not be tolerated, particularly in local markets and transport sectors

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No place for extortionists in tomorrow’s Bangladesh: Sarjis

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Sarjis Alam, chief organiser (North) of the National Citizen Party, has vowed to eliminate extortion in Bangladesh, regardless of political affiliation or influence.

Speaking at a meeting in Bokultola, Biral upazila of Dinajpur today, he warned that extortion would not be tolerated, particularly in local markets and transport sectors.

"We are here to observe whether ordinary people are being exploited by any syndicate. No matter how powerful they seem, we will stand against them," he said.

Sarjis urged voters to prioritise leadership over party loyalty in upcoming elections.

"Elect those who genuinely serve your community—not those who appear only during election season," he said, criticising politicians who disappear after securing votes.

He alleged that influential figures in mainstream parties were involved in drug smuggling, warning that failure to curb it would expose future generations to irreversible harm.

Addressing regional development disparity, Sarjis claimed that for 16 years, the northern region has been systematically deprived of funds compared to the south.

"Our visit aims to identify real issues and bring them to policymakers," he stated.

Central and local NCP leaders attended the event.​

 

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Push for polls by Dec threatening stability: Patwary

Insisting that the election “must be held by December” is tantamount to threatening the country’s stability, said Nasiruddin Patwary, chief coordinator of the National Citizen Party, yesterday.

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Push for polls by Dec threatening stability: Patwary

Nasiruddin Patwary. File photo

Insisting that the election "must be held by December" is tantamount to threatening the country's stability, said Nasiruddin Patwary, chief coordinator of the National Citizen Party, yesterday.

The youth will not accept the politics of intimidation, he told a workshop organised by NCP's Dhaka (north) unit at a hotel in the capital's Gulshan.

"We are still on the streets, and we will continue to be on the streets in the future."

The country will move towards a democratic process only after reforms are made and justice is delivered, Patwary said.

"Those who fail to understand this should ask people what they want. Then you will find direction. Then you will come to your senses. For now, you are intoxicated by the greed for power."

The NCP is a democratic outcome of the July uprising, and if the party is blocked from participating in a democratic process, the youth may lead a second revolution.

"If you push us towards a second revolution, there will be no room for dynastic politics in Bangladesh. If you obstruct this democratic force, you're pushing 40 percent of Bangladesh's population into a crisis. Let the youth rebuild the country, not fight another war."

Calling for an overhaul of the electoral system, he said, "We are not asking for just another election. We want a permanent, fair electoral system."

He reiterated that the NCP had no confidence in the Election Commission and it did not subscribe to seat-sharing politics.

He also called for the complete dismantling of what he described as a "fascist system", warning that the youth-led movement born out of the recent July uprising would not settle for a mere change in leadership without structural reforms.

"This constitution must be replaced. As long as it remains, fascism will remain. We don't want help from India, the US, Russia, or China unless it is based on dignity and mutual respect. We won't accept new forms of colonialism."​

 

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Sarjis asks for Army’s ‘clear stance and activities’ in fight against fascism

National Citizen Party (NCP) principal organiser for the northern region Sarjis Alam has asked how many operations have been carried out in the last nine months to arrest the goons and killers of the Bangladesh Awami League. He raised this question comparing the concern shown over the incident...

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Sarjis asks for Army’s ‘clear stance and activities’ in fight against fascism
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Published: 01 Jun 2025, 23: 00

National Citizen Party principal coordinator (northern region) Sarjis Alam File photo

National Citizen Party (NCP) chief organiser for the northern region Sarjis Alam has asked how many operations have been carried out in the last nine months to arrest the goons and killers of the Bangladesh Awami League.

He raised this question comparing the concern shown over the incident of “minor fire” at the Rangpur residence of Jatiya Party (JaPa) chairman GM Quader.

“We still hold the Bangladesh Army in high regard. However, we also want to see a clear stance and activities from them in the fight against fascism,” he stated.

Sarjis Alam made these remarks in a post on his verified Facebook account Sunday evening.

Regarding the attack and vandalism at GM Quader’s residence in the town, the army personnel spoke to the Rangpur town unit convenor of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement Imtiaz Ahmed and its district unit convener Imran Ahmed at Payra Square in Rangpur town around 12:30am on Sunday.

Upon receiving the news, Sarjis Alam went to the spot around 1:30 am. After speaking with army officials, he left the scene around 2:00 am, accompanied by the two leaders of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement.

Screenshot of the Facebook post of NCP leader Sarjis Alam

Later in the evening, he gave a status titled “Rangpur and Awami League’s B Team Jatiya Party Issue” on his Facebook page. Following is his post:

“1. Three days ago in Rangpur, Mostafa — the repeatedly illegally elected mayor backed by the Jatiya Party — organised a protest procession in the town, aiming to return to the mayoral post once again. He did so with the support of the Jatiya Party, the Awami League’s pet B Team, and cadres of the Awami League, Jubo League, and Chhatra League.

2. The Jatiya Party enjoyed all the privileges of an opposition party pretending to be an opposition force by negotiating with the Awami League and India. Even when the BNP and Jamaat kept their distance from the farcical and illegal elections and endured countless incidents of injustice, oppression, and persecution, the Jatiya Party masqueraded as the opposition to legitimise the Awami League as the ruling party. They took advantage of every benefit available!

3. Two days ago, Jatiya Party chairman GM Quader went to Rangpur and began planning to take to the field once again, in alliance with local Jatiya Party members and Awami League goons!

4. When the anti-fascist alliance in Rangpur carried out a peaceful protest procession against GM Quader and the Jatiya Party, it was Jatiya Party goons who launched the first attack on the demonstrators.

Following this, a motorbike was seen being set on fire at GM Quader’s residence. The army deployed in Rangpur, taking this act of arson or vandalism with utmost seriousness, launched the largest operation in nine months to identify those involved!

The president and general secretary of the city BNP, along with the conveners of the district and city units of Anti-Discrimination Student Movement were quizzed.

There could be an interrogation, it is not an issue. However, the authorities began showing an exaggerated response to this latest incident without investigating the preceding events or those truly responsible.

How many operations have been launched to detain Awami League’s goons and killers in the last nine months by those who showed such concern over an old bike and a small fire at GM Quader’s house? How many arrests have they made?

How many operations have been conducted to arrest the illegally elected mayor Mostafa, who looted Rangpur along with his family and cronies, turned the City Corporation into a hub of corruption, and plundered millions of taka? How many raids were carried out to recover the rightful public assets usurped by Awami League occupiers in different parts of Rangpur in the last nine months?

How many operations have been conducted to apprehend the Jatiya Party goons, who first attacked the anti-fascist alliance’s protest under Mostafa’s leadership? What action has been taken against GM Quader, who stirred unrest in the area by meeting with local thugs?

We still hold the Bangladesh Army in high esteem. However, we expect them to take a clear and active stance in the struggle against fascism. If the goons of the banned Awami League and its affiliated organisations try to return in the form of their B Team, the Jatiya Party, then that attempt must be brought to failure,” Sarjis concluded his Facebook post.​

 

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NCP for financial transparency in politics, urges EC to be tougher

Emphasising the need for financial transparency to reform the country’s overall political culture, Convener of the National Citizen Party (NCP) Nahid Islam on Wednesday urged all political parties to adopt clear financial policies and called on the Election Commission to enforce stricter regu

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NCP for financial transparency in politics, urges EC to be tougher

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Jun 04, 2025 22:19
Updated :
Jun 04, 2025 22:19

Emphasising the need for financial transparency to reform the country’s overall political culture, Convener of the National Citizen Party (NCP) Nahid Islam on Wednesday urged all political parties to adopt clear financial policies and called on the Election Commission to enforce stricter regulations.

Speaking at a press conference held at the party’s temporary central office at Rupayan Tower in the capital, the NCP leader announced the party’s financial policy and launched a crowdfunding campaign aimed at encouraging public participation in politics, UNB reports.

"Financial transparency and accountability must be ensured in our political culture. This is a core principle of the National Citizen Party. However, one party alone cannot change the entire political landscape. All parties must come forward and embrace financial transparency if we are to see qualitative improvement in Bangladesh’s political culture,” he said.

He went on to say, "The Election Commission also has to be firm. During elections, misuse of money and muscle power becomes common. If the EC frames strong laws and ensures their strict implementation, we believe positive changes will come."

Highlighting NCP’s grassroots foundation, he said, “We have emerged from the people’s movement. If people do not support us, we cannot survive politically or morally. Our goal is to earn public trust and support—crowdfunding is our way of doing that.”

Nahid Islam urged supporters not to provide funds to any individual, saying, “We have established a centralized financial system. All our bank and mobile accounts are in the party’s name. No one should send money to any personal or unofficial accounts. NCP does not believe in such practices.”

He reiterated the party’s commitment to honesty, transparency and accountability, adding, “We will publish full disclosure of our expenditures so that the public knows exactly where their money is being spent.”​

 

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NCP unveils crowdfunding model to finance party

The National Citizen Party (NCP) yesterday unveiled a financial model based on crowdfunding to ensure transparent and accountable political financing.

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NCP unveils crowdfunding model to finance party

The National Citizen Party (NCP) yesterday unveiled a financial model based on crowdfunding to ensure transparent and accountable political financing.

The policy was presented by the party's Joint Member Secretary SM Saif Mostafiz at a press briefing in Dhaka.

Under the model, anyone can donate through mobile banking and bank transfers via "donate.ncpbd.org". The website will display real-time updates, showing total donations, number of donors, and contributing regions.

NCP has been raising funds by selling Tk 100 membership forms. Around 50,000 have been sold, with another 70,000 in process. Members will also pay monthly fees -- Tk 5,000, Tk 3,000, or other amounts -- based on their rank and financial capacity.

Additional fundraising will come from small-donation campaigns, and the sale of books, T-shirts, magazines, training sessions, and online courses. A dedicated crowdfunding portal will also be launched on the party's website.

Corporate donations will be accepted only after verifying the legal source of funds. Donor identities will be kept confidential unless the party decides disclosure is necessary for safety reasons.

All spending will require prior approval from the central committee's budget. A five-member finance committee led by the treasurer will oversee expenditures, maintain records, and submit quarterly financial reports. An independent audit will be published annually on the party's website.

NCP Convener Nahid Islam, Member Secretary Akhter Hossen, and Chief Organisers Sarjis Alam and Hasnat Abdullah also attended the event.​

 

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NCP aims to file registration by June 15: Sarijs

The party wants reforms to ensure fair election under interim government

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NCP aims to file registration by June 15: Sarijs

The National Citizen Party (NCP) will complete its application procedure for registration as a political party by June 15, according to Sarijs Alam, the party's chief organiser in the northern region.

"We hope to complete the registration application process by the 15th of this month, which is required for participating in elections," he said while speaking to reporters this afternoon at Panchagarh Bazar, along the Panchagarh-Banglabandha Highway.

Hasnat Abdullah, who leads the party's southern wing, was also present but did not speak due to a problem with his voice.

He was in Panchagarh's Atwari upazila to attend the wedding of Sarijs' younger brother.

The NCP has already formed committees in 100 upazilas across about 22 districts and is working to establish offices as part of the registration requirements, Sarijs said.

"We are following official procedures and intend to complete registration within the time set for all political parties," he said.

He stressed the importance of building a strong grassroots presence, saying, "We are prioritising organisational development. Once the structure is in place from the capital to the village level, we will be better prepared for electoral activities."

On the possibility of elections under the interim government, Sarijs said, "If we see judicial processes and core reforms in the judiciary, law-enforcing agencies, and the Election Commission, we have no objection to polls being held in April."

He expressed concern over past irregularities in Bangladesh's elections, including the abuse of power and use of black money and muscle.

"We want a level playing field in post-uprising Bangladesh where parties of all sizes can take part freely and fairly," Sarijs said.

He called on the interim government to ensure professional conduct by the judiciary, law-enforcing agencies, and the Election Commission during elections.

"No one should fall victim to abuse of power. The irregularities of past elections, such as ballot stuffing and station grabbing, must not happen again," he said.

Asked about the return of former president Abdul Hamid, Sarijs said the current government, formed after the uprising, has a mandate for change.

"They must act firmly against the 'fascist' Awami League, 'fascist' Hasina, and those who supported their authoritarian rule," he said.

Sarijs urged the interim administration to take legal action against those who enabled repression, adding, "We are observing the situation closely and expect the government to demonstrate its commitment through concrete action."​

 

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NCP won't support old appointment practices in constitutional bodies: Nahid

National Citizen Party (NCP) convener Nahid Islam on Wednesday said his party does not support appointments to constitutional institutions under previous rules and practices. He made the remark during a break in the second phase of talks between political parties and the National Consensus...

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NCP won't support old appointment practices in constitutional bodies: Nahid
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Published: 18 Jun 2025, 19: 54

NCP won't support old appointment practices in constitutional bodies UNB

National Citizen Party (NCP) convener Nahid Islam on Wednesday said his party does not support appointments to constitutional institutions under previous rules and practices.

He made the remark during a break in the second phase of talks between political parties and the National Consensus Commission (NCC) held at the Foreign Service Academy in the capital on Wednesday.

“We have reached a consensus on the National Constitutional Council (NCC). Through this, appointments to key state and constitutional positions will be made. On behalf of the National Citizens' Party, we have expressed support for the NCC,” Nahid said.

He acknowledged differences among parties on the formation process of the council, saying, “Many parties have differing views on its structure. We also have some alternative proposals in this regard. However, in principle, a significant number of parties have taken a stand in favour of the NCC.”

The NCP chief highlighted past concerns with key institutions, saying, “There has been extensive discussion around the election commission. From past experience, we know how important institutions like the National Human Rights Commission, Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), and Election Commission were politicised. Therefore, we do not support any appointments to these bodies under the old laws and previous rules.”

He said a proposal has been put forward by the consensus commission.

“We have said those opposing the NCC should present alternative proposals, if any, because this concern must be addressed. It is imperative to ensure that constitutional institutions remain neutral,” he added.

Expressing hope for collective progress, Nahid said, “I believe all parties will come to a consensus in the national interest, rising above party lines and showing respect for the aspirations of a democratic state.”

Describing the formation of the NCC as a step towards balancing power, Nahid said, “Our journey towards a new Bangladesh aims to reduce the overwhelming power of the executive branch. That is why we support the formation of the NCC. The NCC should not have the authority to appoint the head of the armed forces. Besides, the president and the chief justice should not be part of the council. This issue requires further discussion.”

About concerns raised by NCC opponents, he said, “Some argue that this weakens the executive branch or the prime minister’s authority. We have clearly said that there is no reason to think so. Determining who will be appointed to these institutions is not the responsibility of the executive. In fact, the way the prime minister exercised power previously was unfair and undemocratic. We must break away from that system and culture.”​

 

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NCP among 147 new parties seek EC registration as deadline expires

At least 147 new political parties, including National Citizen Party-NCP, applied seeking registration with the Election Commission within the extended deadline that expired on Sunday. Of them, 82 political parties that applied during the extended time since April 20 last, and the rest 65 parties

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NCP among 147 new parties seek EC registration as deadline expires

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Jun 22, 2025 21:29
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Jun 22, 2025 21:29

At least 147 new political parties, including National Citizen Party-NCP, applied seeking registration with the Election Commission within the extended deadline that expired on Sunday.

Of them, 82 political parties that applied during the extended time since April 20 last, and the rest 65 parties applied before April 20 after EC on March 10 invited applications from new political parties, UNB reports.

With the 82 parties, a total of 147 parties sought to be registered with the Election Commission this time, said EC officials.

NCP was among many political parties that applied for the registration on the last day.

An NCP delegation, led by its member secretary Member Secretary Akhter Hossain, went to Nirbachan Bhaban at 4pm and submitted their application seeking it to be registered with the commission.

The new party also submitted the necessary papers as documents in support of their application.

Later, NCP convener Nahid Islam went to the EC and met Chief Election Commissioner AMM Nasir Uddin.

“We on behalf of NCP have submitted the application to the Election Commission fulfilling all registration related conditions,” said Nahid Islam while talking to reporters after the meeting.

Noting that they fulfilled the conditions set by the commission, he said NCP formed its 105 upazila-level and 25 district-level committees and submitted all the documents to the EC.

“We are hopeful that the National Citizen Party-NCP will get its registration as soon as possible,” said the party chief.

He said they have applied for one of the three symbols – Water Lily, Pen or Mobile Phone – to be used as party symbol.

“Our first choice is Water Lily. We hope that NCP will get Water Lily as a symbol of the people and the mass uprising and the rural Bengal,” he said.

In reply to a question how a national emblem like Water Lily could be allotted to a political party, Nahid Islam said the reviewed EC laws and rules and there is no such bar in the laws.

Noting that the national fruit ‘Jackfruit’ is the symbol of a political party, he said, “In that case, we did not see any problem, so we applied for it (Water Lily).”

Nahid also argued that the national emblem is not just the water lily. “Water lily, sheaf of paddy and stars – all are part of the national emblem,” he added.

Earlier, NCP member secretary Akhter Hossain said they submitted the application fulfilling all registration related conditions in line with the RPO.

NCP chief coordinator Nasiruddin Patwary expressed optimism that their party would be able to secure 300 parliamentary seats out of the 400 ones recommended by the Constitutional Reform or National Consensus Commission in the future.

“In this parliament, out of the 400 seats of the Reform or Consensus Commission in the future, the NCP will gain 300 seats in the house. And this time the NCP will form a national government in the parliament,” he said.

Partwary said the Water Lily symbol will win the hearts of the people in the next parliamentary election. “A new government will be formed under the NCP’s leadership,” he went on.

Replying to a question, NCP wants reconstitution of the Election Commission in a bid to strengthen it.

“The Election Commission is a constitutional institution. This constitutional institution has been destroyed in the last 15 years. But the persons who are in the constitutional institution need to be restructured (changed), the rules and regulations need to be changed, said Patwary.

The NCP delegation members also include its chief organiser (southern region) Hasnat Abdullah, chief organiser (northern region) Sarjis Alam and senior joint convener Samantha Sharmin.

The other parties that submitted the registration application on the last day include Janatar Party Bangladesh (JPB), Ganadal, Bangladesh Janajote Party (BAJPA), Bangladesh Republican Party (BRP), Bangladesh Samata Party, Bangladesh Faraezi Andolon, Bangladesh Citizen Party, Islami Oikya Jote, Notun Bangladesh Party (NBP), Bangladesh Jagrat Janata Party, Bangladesh Gano Biplobi Party, National Awami Party (Bhasani NAP), Bangladesh Khudra Nrigoshthi Federation, Janatar Dal, Bangladesh Muktijoddha Janata Party, Bangladesh Samyabadi Dal (ML), Bangladesh Nagorik Party (BNP), Jatiyo Nyaybichar Party, Bangladesh Democratic Party (BDP) and National Democratic Party (NDP).

JPB seeks ‘elephant’ as symbol

Janata Party Bangladesh (JPB) applied for registration with a request to use the elephant as its electoral symbol.

Submitting the application at Nirbachan Bhaban, JPB Secretary General Shawkat Mahmud said, “We’ve filed the application for political party registration. The current registration rules are difficult to comply with. Although the Electoral Reform Commission has proposed changes, those haven’t been implemented yet. Even so, we’ve submitted our application under the existing rules and expect to be registered.”

He said JPB supports reforms and would cooperate with the EC if rule changes are implemented.

Janatar Dal wants ‘key’ as symbol

Another applicant, Janatar Dal, filed its application requesting the key as its symbol.

Jannatar Dal convener Brig Gen (retd) Shamim Kamal and member secretary Azam Khan submitted the application. “We’ve fulfilled all registration conditions and formed district and upazila committees as required by the law. The rest now depends on the Commission,” Shamim Kamal told reporters after filing their application.

NDP seeks ‘Tiger’ symbol

National Democratic Party (NDP), which once was led by late BNP leader Salahuddin Kader Chowdhury, applied for registration and sought ‘Tiger’ as its electoral symbol, said NDP president Kazi Abu Taher.

On March 10, the EC invited applications from new political parties seeking registration by 20 April. A total of 65 parties applied within the deadline. The commission later extended the deadline until June 22.

New political parties are registered under Article 90A of the Representation of the People Order, 1972. If a party is registered with the EC, it can contest the national election with its own electoral symbol.

Now, 50 parties are registered with the EC. The registration of Bangladesh Awami League remains suspended, while Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami is set to regain its registration following a court order.​

 

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NCP urges political parties to unite on fundamental reform initiatives

National Citizen Party (NCP) member secretary Akhtar Hosen on Sunday called on all political parties to unite in support of fundamental reform initiatives. “We request the political parties to stand together in favour of fundamental reforms realising the people’s opinions and expectations, so...

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NCP urges political parties to unite on fundamental reform initiatives
Staff Correspondent Dhaka
Published: 29 Jun 2025, 23: 09

National Citizen Party member secretary Akhtar Hosen talks to the media at Doel Hall of the Foreign Service Academy, Dhaka following a discussion with the National Consensus Commission on 29 June 2025 Prothom Alo

National Citizen Party (NCP) member secretary Akhtar Hosen on Sunday called on all political parties to unite in support of fundamental reform initiatives.

“We request the political parties to stand together in favour of fundamental reforms realising the people’s opinions and expectations, so that no authoritarian regime can ever again be established in Bangladesh,” Akhtar Hosen said.

He said this at Doel Hall of the Foreign Service Academy in the capital following a discussion with the National Consensus Commission today, Sunday.

Today was the seventh day of the second phase of discussions with political parties, aimed at building consensus on reforms.

Agenda of the discussion included: the appointment committee for constitutional and statutory bodies, the structure of a bicameral parliament, the election process for the upper house, and its responsibilities and role.

Akhtar Hosen alleged that the progress on fundamental reforms is stalled because of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and several like-minded parties.

He stated, “A new Bangladesh has been born through the blood of its people. No incoming government should have the power to recklessly misuse constitutional bodies like the election commission, Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), or public service commission (PSC); to appoint partisan loyalists at will; to manipulate institutions for its own interests; to suppress dissent; or to prevent accountability. Those who want to create such a situation have no connection with the people, and the people cannot, in any way, align themselves with such forces.”

He emphasised that the National Citizen Party is the most sincere about pursuing reforms. “The majority of the public is waiting outside this room. They are observing which parties are seeking fundamental reforms and which are not.”

Mentioning that negotiations are going on over the reform agenda, Akhtar Hosen added, “Even in Sunday’s discussions, we remained far from the realities of fundamental reforms. Due to opposition from the BNP and a few other parties, it has not been possible to reach consensus on the issue of the appointment committee for constitutional and statutory bodies.”​

 

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NCC revises proposals but parties stay divided

The National Consensus Commission on Sunday came up with revisions in the constitutional and statutory appointment committee and the upper house of a bicameral parliament...

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NCC revises proposals but parties stay divided
Staff Correspondent 29 June, 2025, 23:59

The National Consensus Commission on Sunday came up with revisions in the constitutional and statutory appointment committee and the upper house of a bicameral parliament.

However, the session of the second-round NCC dialogue, held at the Foreign Service Academy in Dhaka on the day, was adjourned without a majority agreement on the revisions as several parties, including the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, continued to oppose some provisions of the fresh proposals.

BNP’s rejection of the revised appointment committee and electoral framework for the upper house drew frustration from multiple parties, notably the National Citizen Party, Amar Bangladesh Party, and Gano Adhikar Parishad.

Chaired by NCC vice-chair Professor Ali Riaz, the commission proposed that the seven-member appointment committee would select top officials specifically for the Election Commission, Anti-Corruption Commission, Public Service Commission, Comptroller and Auditor General, and the Human Rights and Information Commissions.

The appointment committee, however, would include, as stipulated earlier, the prime minister, speakers of the both parliamentary houses, the main opposition leader, a representative from the other opposition parties, and one nominee each from the president and the chief justice. The lower house speaker would serve as the chair.

The revised proposal says that at least five members must agree on a list of candidates, which would be made public and subject to interviews in person.

The president would finalise the appointments within 10 days of receiving the list. The committee’s mandate would expire upon the dissolution of Jatiya Sangsad, stipulates the fresh proposal.

The BNP, represented by its standing committee member Salahuddin Ahmed, reasserted its firm opposition to the idea of such a high-powered committee.

If the prime minister’s term is limited, the judiciary is fully independent, and elections are held under a credible caretaker government, neutral appointments can be ensured without a new committee structure, Salahuddin argued.

Other parties also raised objections to the revised proposal, with Gano Adhikar Parishad opposing the inclusion of a presidential nominee, Khelafat Majlish freshly suggesting the promotion of a new chief election commissioner from the existing commissioners if the post becomes vacant during a caretaker government period.

The Bangladesh Jatiya Dal, Jamiat Ulama-e-Islam, and Bangladesh Labour Party also turned down the revised proposal, questioning how the NCC decided on the reform of the constitution’s article 70 despite BNP’s note of dissent on it.

In response, NCC vice-chair Riaz urged the parties to discuss the fresh proposal in their party forum.

‘The commission does not want to reach a ‘consensus’ with dissension,’ Riaz said.

The NCC presented new terms of reference also for the upper house.

The NCC has proposed a 300-member lower house that would be formed by the first-past-the-post electoral system, while 100 additional reserved seats for women would be filled also by direct election.

The fresh proposal, in this regard, recommended that the senate would consist of 100 members to be elected by proportional representation based on the votes casted.

The NCC maintained that the Electoral Reform Commission-proposed half of the upper house seats be filled by party-nominated candidates while the remaining 50 per cent would be reserved for different professionals and representatives from marginalised communities.

The BNP, while agreeing to the proposed 400-member lower house and 100-member upper house, rejected proportional representation based on the vote share, saying that it would consider alternative models if there were any.

The Communist Party of Bangladesh, Samyabadi Dal, and Socialist Party of Bangladesh maintained their reservations against the bicameral legislature, arguing that the country’s current political maturity did not warrant such structural expansion.

The Islami Andolan stuck to its earlier advocated vote share-based proportional representation both in the lower and upper houses while the Jamiyat Ulama -e-Islam supported bicameralism but suggested deferring it for the next parliament election.

Parties, including the NCP, AB Party, Ganosamhati Andolan, Revolutionary Workers Party, Rashtra Sangskar Andolan, and Nagorik Oikya, continued their support for proportional representation in the upper house.

The Jatiya Samajtantrik Dal-JSD and Bangladesh Jatiya Jamajtantrik Dal-Jasod, based on their party decisions, also backed bicameralism but strongly recommended that the upper house must be composed of non-partisan members.

Providing a new proposal, it said that all 400 seats of the lower house should be open to both male and female candidates, but Jamiyat Ulama-e-Islam secretary general Monjurul Islam Afandi reiterated his party’s opposition to increasing reserved seats for women.

Aam Janata Party central committee member Sadhana Mahal criticised the parties opposing women’s political representation.

Politicians expressed divergent opinions even over the NCC-proposed terms of reference for the upper house.

According to the fresh proposal, the upper house may hold a bill for a maximum of two months. If it fails to act within that period, the bill will be considered automatically passed. The upper house may return the bill to the lower house with amendments, which the lower house can accept in full, in part, or reject entirely.

Opposing the idea, BNP’s Salahuddin recommended that the upper house might hold a bill for a maximum of one month.

In the Sunday’s session, the BNP’s opposition to the revised proposals led to visible irritation among other parties, including the NCP, AB Party, and Gano Adhikar Parishad.

NCP member secretary Akhtar Hossain accused the BNP of stalling the consensus dialogue and allowing regressive politics to dominate.

Jamaat nayeb-e-ameer Syed Abdullah Mohammad Taher questioned the NCC’s special consideration for the parties who opposed the proposed reforms.

Gano Adhikar Parishad president Nurul Haque Nur requested the senior politicians to consider the reform dialogue seriously to honour the July uprising.

As discussions grew increasingly polarised, the NCC vice-chair concluded the session by adjourning the talks until July 2.​

 

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No autocrat remains in power forever, says Nahid

Referring to the fall of Sheikh Hasina-led Awami League regime in a student-led mass uprising, National Citizen Party convener Nahid Islam on Wednesday said that no autocrat remained in power forever...

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No autocrat remains in power forever, says Nahid
Our Correspondent . Kurigram 03 July, 2025, 00:32

Referring to the fall of Sheikh Hasina-led Awami League regime in a student-led mass uprising, National Citizen Party convener Nahid Islam on Wednesday said that no autocrat remained in power forever.

Nahid also stated that the Teesta Master Plan must be done in a realistic manner and Kurigram must not left behind in the development plan.

‘The NCP will not accept any excuse for delaying the Teesta Master Plan,’ said Nahid, also a former central leader of the Students Against Discrimination which spearheaded the July uprising that ousted the Awami League regime on August 5, 2024.

The NCP leader made these remarks while addressing a brief rally in Kurigram’s Ghoshpara area as part of the party’s countrywide programmes, from July 1 to August 5 marking the first anniversary of the uprising, those began on Tuesday from Rangpur.

A group of student and youth leaders who led the uprising formed the political party, NCP, on February 28.

On Wednesday afternoon, NCP leaders, activists and supporters held a march from Kurigram’s Trimohoni bazar to Ghoshpara area.

Central NCP leaders, including its chief organiser for the South Hasnat Abdullah, chief organiser for the North Sarjis Alam, chief coordinator Nasiruddin Patwary, senior joint convener Samanta Shermeen and senior joint member secretary Tasnim Jara, among others, also took part in the march.

Addressing the rally, Nahid also said that even though the fascist Awami League had fallen, the fascist system had not changed yet.

He sought supports of the people for the NCP to bring changes in the system.

Nahid ended the rally after seeking everyone’s support for NCP joint convener Atiq Mujahid as the party candidate for the Kurigram-2 constituency in the next general elections.

On the second day of the party’s countrywide programmes, the leaders and activists of NCP also held marches and rallies in Lalmonirhat.

The NCP will hold marches in all districts till July 30, demanding trial of Awami League and its leaders for atrocities during mass uprising, reforms in various sectors and a new constitution aiming at building a discrimination-free Bangladesh.​

 

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NCP warns of consequences for bringing back ‘old culture of terrorism’

National Citizen Party (NCP) Convenor Nahid Islam on Thursday warned that those attempting to revive the old culture of terrorism will face consequences like those faced by autocrat Sheikh Hasina, as the spirit of the July warriors remains alive. “An attempt is being made to bring back the o

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NCP warns of consequences for bringing back ‘old culture of terrorism’

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National Citizen Party (NCP) Convenor Nahid Islam on Thursday warned that those attempting to revive the old culture of terrorism will face consequences like those faced by autocrat Sheikh Hasina, as the spirit of the July warriors remains alive.

“An attempt is being made to bring back the old culture…we are seeing that again. Those who carried out the July people’s uprising are still awake, still on the streets. If anyone thinks that they can bring back the old occupation and the politics of old terrorism, then their fate will also be like that of the dictator Hasina,“ he said while addressing a street rally in Nilphamari district town on the third-day of their ‘July March’.

Expressing frustration over the fulfillment of July expectations, he said many desires have not been yet fulfilled post the uprising, vowing to continue their fight.

Recalling the contribution of all walks of life to oust the Sheikh Hasina government, he said the discrimination-free country is yet to be established despite sacrificing thousands of lives.

Nahid said they did not need to form a political party if all demands were met post the uprising.

Regarding the justice for the July victims, those who, including Sheikh Hasina and her collaborators carried out genocide must be tried, otherwise pains of the martyr families will not wipe out.

“There must be fundamental reforms, and we must move towards elections through these reforms. Bangladesh needs a new constitution. The Awami League and the ‘Mujibbadi constitution’ must be discarded. There is no point in retaining a constitution that is not the constitution of people,” he said.

Party’s chief organiser (southern region) Hasnat Abdullah, senior joint convenor Samanta Sharmin, senior joint member secretary Dr Tasnim Zara, and joint chief organiser (northern region) Abu Sayed Leon were, among others present.

Chief organiser (northern zone) Sarjis Alam conducted the event.​

 

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We must fight if new dictators or fascists emerge: Nahid Islam

National Citizen Party (NCP) convenor Nahid Islam on Friday remarked Sheikh Hasina or the other leaders of her party cannot actually be leaders of a political party as they fled the country, abandoning their party’s activists. He said Sheikh Hasina fled the country abandoning her party leaders...

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We must fight if new dictators or fascists emerge: Nahid Islam
Correspondent Panchagarh
Published: 04 Jul 2025, 18: 53

National Citizen Party convenor Nahid Islam addresses the opening ceremony and brief meeting of the NCP’s Atwari upazila unit office at Fakirganj Bazaar in the upazila of Panchagarh district on 4 July 2025 Prothom Alo

National Citizen Party (NCP) convenor Nahid Islam on Friday remarked Sheikh Hasina or the other leaders of her party cannot actually be leaders of a political party as they fled the country, abandoning their party’s activists.

He said Sheikh Hasina fled the country abandoning her party leaders and activists. Members of her family and party who became wealthy through corruption and oppression have also left the country, leaving all their party leaders and activists in peril. They cannot claim to be leaders of any party.

He made those remarks during the opening ceremony and brief meeting of the NCP’s Atwari upazila unit office at Fakirganj Bazaar in the upazila of Panchagarh district around 11:30 am Friday.

NCP central leaders arrived in Panchagarh on Thursday afternoon as part of the “July march to build the nation”.

“In Bangladesh, a handful of people have established dictatorship and fascism, and only they have earned wealth. This one family, the family of Mujib, has claimed ownership of everything and turned into a Zamindar. We have broken that Zamindari system through a mass uprising,” Nahid Islam said.

Issuing a warning, he further said, “If any new dictatorial, fascist, or extortionist regime emerges again, we must resist and speak out against it. Let’s ensure that no new culture of fear is created in Bangladesh. We must protest any injustice or oppression we see.”

Nahid Islam, who emerged into national politics from the mass uprising, criticised the Awami League’s claims of being a secular party, stating that it has never done justice to the followers of the Sanatan (Hindu) religion.

“In previous regimes, we saw our Hindu brothers were tortured, their lands were grabbed, but they did not get justice. In the new Bangladesh we want, everyone must enjoy equal rights, justice, and harmony as citizens of the country,” he stated.

The NCP convenor further said, “Following the mass uprising, we hope to rebuild the nation on the basis of equality, justice, and communal harmony. It will be a country free from extortion and terrorism. Those of us who led this people’s uprising have now united to form this new party, the National Citizen Party, a party that wants to speak for you, speak for the common people, stand against injustice and oppression, and promote the politics of justice.”

NCP chief organisers Hasnat Abdullah (southern region) and Sarjis Alam (northern region) also spoke at the meeting.

Later, they departed for Thakurgaon district.​

 

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NCP for end to border killing, regional disparity

Leaders of the National Citizen Party on Friday said that their party would take steps to address issues such as border killings and regional disparity.

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NCP for end to border killing, regional disparity
Staff Correspondent 04 July, 2025, 17:30

The National Citizen Party holds a street rally at Pirganj in Thakurgaon on Friday. | Focus Bangla photo

Leaders of the National Citizen Party on Friday said that their party would take steps to address issues such as border killings and regional disparity.

During the party’s ongoing programme in the northern district of Thakurgaon, marking the first anniversary of the July uprising, the convener of the newly floated party, Nahid Islam, said that border killings and regional disparity were among the leading issues in the Bangladesh-India border areas in the northern districts.

‘The Border Security Force of India indiscriminately shoots and kills Bangladeshi citizens. The human rights of the people of Bangladesh are being violated,’ Nahid said while addressing a brief rally at the old bus-stand area in Thakurgaon on the fourth day of the party’s rally in the northern districts as part of its July 1- August 5 countrywide programme to mark the first anniversary of the uprising.Bangladesh-themed souvenirs

From January to May, at least 13 Bangladeshis were killed and 29 others injured by the Indian Border Security Force, according to data from Ain o Salish Kendra, a human rights and legal aid organisation in Bangladesh.

Nahid also criticised India’s push-in attempts and said that Indian Muslims were pushed into Bangladesh by being labelled as illegal immigrants.

The BSF has pushed at least 1,798 people, including Rohingyas and Indian nationals, into Bangladesh since May 7.

‘We want to warn that it is not Hasina’s Bangladesh. It is student-people’s Bangladesh after the uprising. Bangladesh will be run by pro-Bangladeshis. We will anyhow end border killings and regional disparity in the northern districts, including Thakurgaon,’ the NCP leader said.

Nahid, also a former central leader of Students Against Discrimination that spearheaded the July uprising to oust the authoritarian Awami League regime on August 5, 2024, said farmers in Thakurgaon were neglected and they did not get fair prices of their crops.

The NCP began the July 1- August 5 programme from Rangpur by offering prayers to uprising martyr Abu Sayeed on July 1.

A group of student and youth leaders who led the uprising formed the NCP on February 28.

‘We want to work for farmers,’ Nahid said, mentioning that children of the farmers in different universities began the July uprising with a dream for a new Bangladesh and the NCP wanted to translate the dream into reality.Bangladesh-themed souvenirs

Emphasising the developments in education, health, employment, information technology and transport sectors, he said that development would be considered as actual development when the districts in the margin would be developed.

NCP leaders and activists also held another rally at Pirganj upazila in Thakurgaon, where the party’s senior joint convener Samanta Sharmeen stated that NCP would continue their struggle until the state structure changed.

She sought people’s support for the NCP to continue the struggle.

Earlier in the morning, Nahid inaugurated the party’s upazila office in Panchagarh’s Atwari, where party’s chief organiser for North Sarjis Alam alleged that some people from some political parties were continuing extortion at Atwari, which was earlier done by ousted Awami League.

On the fourth day of the party’s programme, NCP leaders and activists, including the party’s member secretary Akhter Hossain, chief organiser for South Hasnat Abdullah, chief coordinator Nasiruddin Patwary, senior joint member secretary Tasnim Jara and joint convener Anik Roy, among others, participated in the marches and rallies at Pirganj and at Thakurgaon.

The NCP is scheduled to hold marches in all districts till July 30, demanding trial of the Awami League and its leaders for the massacres during the mass uprising, reforms in various sectors, and a new constitution aiming at building a discrimination-free Bangladesh.

The party leaders and activists will hold marches and rallies in Bogura, Joypurhat and Naogaon today.​

 

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Govt must ensure trial before election: Nahid

National Citizens Party (NCP) convener Nahid Islam on Saturday demanded justice for the killings during the July-August uprising before any national election is held. Addressing a rally organised by the party’s Bogura district unit at Satmatha Zero Point, Nahid said over 15 people were kille

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Govt must ensure trial before election: Nahid

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National Citizens Party (NCP) convener Nahid Islam on Saturday demanded justice for the killings during the July-August uprising before any national election is held.

Addressing a rally organised by the party’s Bogura district unit at Satmatha Zero Point, Nahid said over 15 people were killed and more than 700 injured during the uprising.

“For the last 17 years, Bogura has been a victim of the fascist government’s political discrimination. People from Bogura were denied jobs just for their identity. Hundreds of false and fabricated cases were filed against them,” he said.

Earlier in the day, NCP leaders exchanged views with the families of those killed in the July movement at Bogura Tourism Motel.

Following the meeting, Nahid Islam led a four-kilometre-long march from Koloni area to Satmatha, with a large number of students and locals participating in it.

Among others, NCP Central Member-Secretary Akhter Hossain, Chief Organiser (Southern Region) Hasnat Abdullah, Chief Organiser (Northern Region) Sarjis Alam, central leaders Nasir Uddin Patwary, and Dr Tasnim Jara addressed the rally.​

 

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NCP to announce 'July manifesto' on Aug 3: Nahid

Central NCP leaders held a rally in Bogura today as part of their month-long "July March to Build the Nation" rally

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NCP to announce 'July manifesto' on Aug 3: Nahid

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National Citizen Party (NCP) Convener Nahid Islam said the NCP will unveil its manifesto on August 3 at the Central Shaheed Minar.

"We are gathering at the Shaheed Minar on August 3 with the July manifesto, a declaration for the people, land, and map of Bangladesh... Just as we declared the fall of the fascist system with a one-point demand last year, this time we will declare the beginning of a new Bangladesh," he said.

Addressing a rally today at 1:00pm at the Satmatha Mukto Moncho in Bogura town, Nahid went on to say, "July is not a matter of emotion. July will be our political manifesto. Our political destination. The future of Bangladesh will be guided by this July. Those who don't want to include July, its martyrs, its injured in the constitution, are the new guardians of Mujibism."

Central NCP leaders held a rally in Bogura today as part of their month-long "July March to Build the Nation" rally, taking place across all districts of the country throughout July.

"After the mass uprising, Bangladesh will not be run at the behest of India, Pakistan, America, or China," the NCP leader said, adding that "the people of Bangladesh will decide Bangladesh's elections, Bangladesh's politics, and everything about Bangladesh."

Nahid also said, "After the mass uprising, we said we need a new Bangladesh, a new system, new laws and regulations. We will not participate in your old games. We will not participate in your politics of extortion, your politics of terror."

Nahid assered that "the July Declaration will certainly be included in the national constitution."

"After the 2024 mass uprising, we demand to ensure a neutral administration, neutral police, and a neutral judiciary. If anyone acts like a partisan administration in the old ways, their fate will be like that of the fascists and collaborators of Mujibism," Nahid warned.

"What was the fate of those who stole votes, who were election commissioners in the 2018 elections? If you forget the power of students and the public within one year of this mass uprising, then you are mistaken," Nahid added.

Nahid commented that Bogura has been a victim of political discrimination over the past 16-17 years.

"No one was given a job if they heard the name Bogura; they were not given a place anywhere. Bogura residents were indiscriminately given false and fabricated cases," Nahid said.

"After the mass uprising, we do not want any special privileges. We do not want any discrimination. We want everyone to have equal opportunities according to their merit and qualifications. We want areas that are backward to receive development commensurate with their needs," he added.

Before the rally, central leaders met families of July martyrs at the Bogura Porjoton Corporation this morning.​

 

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Gonobhaban conquered, next target is parliament: Nahid Islam

National Citizen’s Party convener Nahid Islam they now focus on rebuilding Bangladesh after successfully defeating fascism on 5 August last year. “On 5 August, our goal was the fall of fascism. This time, our goal is the reconstruction of Bangladesh. On 5 August, our target was Gonobhaban...

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Gonobhaban conquered, next target is parliament: Nahid Islam
Staff Correspondent Rajshahi
Published: 06 Jul 2025, 22: 55

NCP held a street rally at Saheb Bazar Zero Point in Rajshahi city around 8:15 pm on 6 July 2025 Prothom Alo

National Citizen’s Party convener Nahid Islam has said they now focus on rebuilding Bangladesh after successfully defeating fascism on 5 August last year.

“On 5 August, our goal was the fall of fascism. This time, our goal is the reconstruction of Bangladesh. On 5 August, our target was Gonobhaban (Prime Minister’s residence), now our target is the National Parliament. We have conquered Gonobhaban; now we will conquer the National Parliament too. The upcoming election will witness the victory celebrations of the youth,” Nahid Islam said at a street rally held at Saheb Bazar Zero Point in Rajshahi city around 8:15 pm today, Sunday.

He further said for that to realise they want to see meaningful reform and trial of ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

“We want to see the trial of the killer Hasina. We want to see reforms. We want to see a new constitution. This generation promises the people of Bangladesh a new democratic constitution,” he added.

Earlier, at around 6:00 pm, the NCP began its July march from the city’s Railgate area. The procession passed through New Market, Alkar Mor, Gonokpara, Saheb Bazar, Alupatti, and concluded at the Saheb Bazar Zero Point with the street rally.

Addressing the rally, Nahid said, “We took to the streets with many dreams. My brother Abu Sayeed took the police bullets on his chest. The brothers of Rajshahi became martyrs with many dreams. Our dream was not just the fall of Sheikh Hasina. It was to rebuild Bangladesh through reforms.”

He also lamented that various conspiracies have blocked the path to reform since 5 August.

“We admit that we made mistakes. We had limitations. But today, we pledge we will not repeat those mistakes. We will not give any more chances. We must end autocracy and dynastic politics. We will build a new politics and a new system based on merit and competence.”

Nahid Islam said, “Those who say July is merely an emotional issue, those who say there is no need to give July any constitutional basis, we must show them that on 3 August, we will unite again against the Mujibist constitution. Those who do not want to give July a place in the constitution or the legal framework want to pave the way for the return of Mujibism. They have declared themselves the new guardians of Mujibism. We must build resistance against the guardians of Mujibism.”

The event, conducted by the party’s chief coordinator Nasiruddin Patwari, was addressed among others by the party’s member secretary Akhtar Hosen, senior joint member secretary Tasnim Jara, chief organiser for the northern region Sarjis Alam, chief organiser for the southern region Hasnat Abdullah, organiser for the northern region Imran Imon, and chief coordinator of Rajshahi city Md Mobasher Ali.

At the end of the rally, the party inaugurated its city office in the Gonokpara area.​