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Conspiracy hatched, reform process interrupted: NCP

National Citizen Party convener Nahid Islam at a rally on Wednesday said that conspiracies were hatched and the reform process was interrupted in the past one year going against the dream of building a new Bangladesh...

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Conspiracy hatched, reform process interrupted: NCP
Staff Correspondent 31 July, 2025, 00:02

Nahid Islam. | Focus Bangla file photo

National Citizen Party convener Nahid Islam at a rally on Wednesday said that conspiracies were hatched and the reform process was interrupted in the past one year going against the dream of building a new Bangladesh.

‘We have seen that different conspiracies were hatched in past one year. Obstructions created in different ways. The reform process was not allowed to move forward,’ he said at the rally in Narsingdi’s Municipality Mor area on the 30th day of the party’s ongoing programme marking the first anniversary of the July uprising.

The July uprising ousted the authoritarian Awami League regime on August 5, 2024.

‘The new constitution was not allowed to be established. President of the fascists’ Chuppu [Mohammed Shahabuddin] was not allowed to be removed. We have not been given the July declaration,’ Nahid said, adding that all the demands would be realised as the party was organising.

He also said that conspiracies were hatched to force two student advisers — local government, rural development and co-operatives affairs adviser Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuyain and information and broadcasting affairs adviser Md Mahfuj Alam — to resign.

People of all walks of life took to the streets with the demands of a new Bangladesh and a discrimination-free Bangladesh during the July uprising, but the NCP has to hold marches and rallies across the country pressing the same demands after one year of the uprising, said Nahid.

‘We have two student advisers in the interim government. Different conspiracies are being hatched and propagandas are being spread against them. These two advisers are not from the National Citizen Party rather they are representatives of the uprising,’ claimed Nahid.

‘They are in the interim government to strengthen the uprising to realise the dreams of the uprising. Conspiracies are being hatched to force two student advisers to resign,’ said Nahid, urging people to organise protests against such conspiracies and propagandas.

Nahid was a central leader of the Students Against Discrimination that spearheaded the July uprising.

Nahid, Asif and Mahfuj joined the interim government’s advisory council after the fall of the AL regime.

Nahid, however, resigned from the interim government’s advisory council to lead the NCP, which was formed by a group of student and youth leaders who led the July uprising.

Before Wednesday’s rally, the NCP leaders held a meeting with the families of those killed during the July uprising and held a march from the town’s Jail Khana crossing to the rally venue, reported New Age correspondent in Narsingdi.

NCP leaders and activists, including the party’s chief organiser for North Sarjis Alam, chief coordinator Nasiruddin Patwary, senior joint convener Samanta Shermeen and senior joint member secretary Tasnim Jara, among others, participated in the programmes.

Later, in the evening, NCP leaders and activists also held a rally and a march at Baipail in Dhaka.​

 

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NCP unveils manifesto today

The National Citizen Party is set to unveil its new programme, including a manifesto outlining its vision for a ‘New Bangladesh’, at a public rally today at the Central Shaheed Minar in Dhaka.

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NCP unveils manifesto today
Document to contain ‘new Bangladesh’ outline
Staff Correspondent 03 August, 2025, 00:22

The National Citizen Party is set to unveil its new programme, including a manifesto outlining its vision for a ‘New Bangladesh’, at a public rally today at the Central Shaheed Minar in Dhaka.

At a press conference at the NCP temporary office in the city on Saturday, party convener Nahid Islam said that the July mass uprising had not merely been a call for a regime change, but a reflection of the people’s deeper aspirations.

He said that the NCP remained committed to fulfilling those aspirations through a long-term inclusive agenda focused on reform and national progress.

Nahid said that the event would outline the NCP’s blueprint for political restructuring, state reform, and a comprehensive roadmap aimed at realising the vision of a new Bangladesh.

He said that the NCP’s month-long July March campaign, which began on July 1, reached 59 districts across the country.

Through this campaign, he went on to say, party leaders engaged in dialogues with families of those martyred and injured in the 2024 uprising and students and citizens.

The feedback and aspirations known from people will form the basis of the party’s political outline, to be officially declared at today’s event, which will also mark the formal conclusion of the July March, Nahid said.

Referring to government efforts, he said that the NCP had learned of the state’s intention to announce a ‘July declaration’ on August 5 in coordination with all relevant parties and stakeholders involved in the previous year’s uprising, which he welcomed.

Nahid also recalled that on August 3, 2024, a single-point demand was issued calling for the ouster of a fascist regime and the establishment of a new political order.

‘Although the government has changed, the fascist structure remains intact. This is why our political struggle for a complete transformation of the system must continue,’ he said.

Nahid said that the implementation and legal basis of the proposed July Charter remained unclear.

He insisted that the next parliament must be formed based on the July Charter, rather than relying on the traditional electoral process under the current constitutional framework.

Replying to a question, Nahid called for strict actions against those involved in extortion, including the coordinators of the Students Against Discrimination movement.

He said that such individuals must be brought to justice and confirmed that his own party was taking internal measures to prevent infiltration.

Extortion has occurred under the banner of student activism as well as by elements from political parties.

He stressed the need for united efforts to eliminate extortion, violence, and corruption from the country.

A central leader of the party told New Age that a draft manifesto was prepared with a focus on building a strong democratic state, accommodating a diverse political community, and embracing a Bangladesh-centric approach.New Age specials

A political party manifesto is a public declaration of a party’s principles, goals and plans and it outlines what the party promises to do if it is elected to power, he said.

The draft manifesto says that the party is determined to abolish autocracy, dynastic rule, and fascist structures to fulfil the July uprising aspirations for a welfare-oriented second republic.

To achieve the goal, the party will write a new constitution that ensures a clear separation and balance of powers among the pillars of the state and guarantees the fundamental rights of all citizens, says the draft manifesto, adding that the party will build a new Bangladesh based on equality, human dignity and social justice.

About democracy and good governance, it says that the party aims to build a just state where state institutions are impartial, humane, and people-oriented, regardless of nationality, religion or ethnicity.

The party will make local government the central point of local development and ensure participation of local people in formulating development plans, preparing budgets, and executing public procurement at the local level to bring an end to the abuse of power by the members of the parliament.

The NCP will put an end to the abuse of state resources, corruption, favouritism, impunity, and delays in the justice system to ensure swift trials and the highest punishment for all forms of corruption, according the manifesto.

The NCP is also committed to ensuring trials and punishment for all crimes committed during the July massacre and under the Awami League regime.

Besides, the draft manifesto also emphasises on ensuring, among others, women’s rights and empowerment; the religious, ethnic and cultural rights of all people; inclusive economic development and dignified employment; an effective education sector; healthcare and social protection; modern agriculture and food sovereignty; climate-resilient infrastructure, planned urbanisation and environmental protection; expatriate partnership in nation-building; and a sovereign Bangladesh and a self-respecting foreign policy.​

 

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NCP wants white or red water lily symbol along with traditional water lily for elections

NCP wants white or red water lily symbol for elections The National Citizen Party has applied to the Election Commission for a white and red water lily as additional party symbols, alongside the traditional water lily. The party, seeking registration, submitted the symbol preference list on Sunda

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NCP wants white or red water lily symbol along with traditional water lily for elections

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Aug 04, 2025 22:27
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Aug 04, 2025 22:27

NCP wants white or red water lily symbol for elections

The National Citizen Party has applied to the Election Commission for a white and red water lily as additional party symbols, alongside the traditional water lily.

The party, seeking registration, submitted the symbol preference list on Sunday while correcting an “information deficiency” in its original application.

After both Nagorik Oikko and the NCP applied to use the water lily as their symbol, the commission made a policy decision on Jul 9 not to permit the use of the national emblem as a political party symbol.

The decision was made by the office of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) AMM Nasir Uddin amid debate over whether a national symbol should be allocated to any political party.

The water lily does not appear in the EC’s list of reserved symbols, nor is it included in the schedule of election conduct rules.

After learning of the EC’s decision, the NCP expressed frustration.

On Jul 13, it also appealed for the water lily to be added to the official symbol schedule.

EC Secretary Akhtar Ahmed said, “The NCP made an application [Sunday] to include [three types of water lily] in their symbol preference list.”

However, the water lily symbol is not in the schedule under the existing amendment of the EC, he added.

The concerned said the matter related to the NCP's demand for the water lily symbol is not within the jurisdiction of the EC Secretariat.

He also said anyone involved in the election process may submit applications regarding election-related matters.

However, some of the issues raised are administrative in nature, while others fall under the jurisdiction of the EC.

“The Election Commission will decide according to the law."

WHITE AND RED WATER LILY INSTEAD OF PEN AND MOBILE PHONE

In the application to the EC on Jun 22, the NCP had asked for a pen and mobile phone in the second and third preference lists along with the water lily symbol.

In the latest application, the NCP claims they are always ready to discuss accepting different versions or partially “distorted” versions in accepting the water lily symbol.

The deadline for correcting information deficiencies and errors of the 145 parties seeking registration was Sunday. That day, a four-member NCP delegation also met with the CEC.

After the meeting, NCP Joint Member Secretary Zahirul Islam Musa said: “We have submitted new documents and information to the EC in light of the observations, seeking information on the party's registration application.

“I hope the EC will move forward with the next stage of our registration.

“The symbol is allotted when the EC issues the registration certificate. Since I have not received the registration certificate yet, I cannot talk about that now. It is not in the schedule of the rules, but it is amendable at any stage.”​

 

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5 NCP leaders served show-cause notice over Cox’s Bazar trip

Five leaders of the National Citizen Party (NCP) leaders, including Hasnat Abdullah and Sarjis Alam, have been served a show-cause notice over their trip to Cox’s Bazar on the first anniversary of the July Uprising that ousted the Sheikh Hasina-led Awami League government after 16 years. The...

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5 NCP leaders served show-cause notice over Cox’s Bazar trip
Staff Correspondent Dhaka
Updated: 06 Aug 2025, 19: 19

(From left) NCP's Chief Coordinator Nasiruddin Patwari, Chief Organiser (Northern Region) Sarjis Alam, Chief Organiser (Southern Region) Hasnat Abdullah, Senior Joint Member Secretary Tasnim Jarah, and Tasnim Jarah’s husband and NCP’s Joint Convenor Khaled Saifullah.

Five leaders of the National Citizen Party (NCP) leaders, including Hasnat Abdullah and Sarjis Alam, have been served a show-cause notice over their trip to Cox’s Bazar on the first anniversary of the July Uprising that ousted the Sheikh Hasina-led Awami League government after 16 years.

The notice stated that no information or explanation about this trip was previously shared with the party’s political council. It asked the two senior leaders to appear in person before the party and submit a written explanation within 24 hours regarding the reasons and context of the trip.

NCP convener Md Nahid Islam and member-secretary Akhtar Hossain issued the notices to the five leaders today, Wednesday. On their behalf, the party’s joint member-secretary (office) Salahuddin Sifat delivered the notices. He later informed newspersons about the matter on Wednesday.

The five leaders who received the show-cause notices are NCP’s chief coordinator Nasiruddin Patwari, senior joint member-secretary Tasnim Jarah, chief organiser of the northern region Sarjis Alam, chief organiser of the southern region Hasnat Abdullah, and joint convener Khaled Saifullah.

Although the five leaders were given separate show-cause notices, the wording of the notices is identical. It states, “On the first anniversary of the July Uprising and an important national day, you and four other central members of the party travelled to Cox’s Bazar on a personal trip. No information or explanation regarding this trip was previously communicated to the political council. In this situation, you are requested to appear in person before the party convener Md Nahid Islam and member-secretary Akhtar Hossain within the next 24 hours and submit a written explanation regarding the reasons and context of your decision.”

Earlier, on 5 August, on the special occasion of the first anniversary of the July Uprising, the five NCP leaders suddenly travelled to Cox’s Bazar on Tuesday. Sources at Cox’s Bazar Airport said the five leaders arrived at the airport around 11:30am yesterday on a Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight from Dhaka.

Afterwards, they checked into the five-star Sea Pearl Beach Resort and Spa (formerly Royal Tulip) located at Inani beach in Ukhiya, about 20 kilometres away from the city.

The sudden arrival of the five NCP leaders in Cox’s Bazar sparked various speculations and discussions in political circles. The matter also generated widespread conversations on social media.

Rumours even spread that they were holding a meeting with former US Ambassador to Bangladesh, Peter Haas. However, there was no evidence of Peter Haas being in Bangladesh. Later, media reports confirmed that he is currently in Washington.​

 

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‘Visited Cox’s Bazar with Nahid’s consent’, says Hasnat in show-cause reply

Hasnat Abdullah, Chief Organiser (South) of the National Citizen Party (NCP), has claimed in his show-cause response that he travelled to Cox’s Bazar with prior consent from the party’s Convener, Md Nahid Islam. In a written reply addressed to Convener Md Nahid Islam and Member-Secreta

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‘Visited Cox’s Bazar with Nahid’s consent’, says Hasnat in show-cause reply

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Aug 07, 2025 21:15
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Aug 07, 2025 21:15

Hasnat Abdullah, Chief Organiser (South) of the National Citizen Party (NCP), has claimed in his show-cause response that he travelled to Cox’s Bazar with prior consent from the party’s Convener, Md Nahid Islam.

In a written reply addressed to Convener Md Nahid Islam and Member-Secretary Akhtar Hossain, Hasnat explained that on the night of August 4, he first tried to reach Nahid directly, reports UNB.

Failing to do so, he informed NCP Chief Coordinator Nasiruddin Patwari about his travel plans and requested him to notify Nahid.

“About 30 minutes later, Nasiruddin confirmed that Nahid had approved the trip,” Hasnat wrote, adding that other NCP leaders later joined him on the trip.

About his absence from the first anniversary event of the July Uprising on August 5, Hasnat expressed disappointment over what he termed an “incomplete and exclusionary declaration.”

“The government should have produced a declaration that reflected the hopes of the people. Instead, many of us were deeply pained to see how those who led the uprising—the injured, the families of martyrs—were ignored during its formulation,” he wrote.

“My travel was a silent protest against this flawed declaration,” the NCP leader said.

Hasnat also criticised a key point in the declaration, which claimed that people intended to entrust the responsibility of constitutional reform to the next elected government.

“That claim is false and contradicts the original spirit of the uprising. From the outset, we have demanded a new constitution through a People’s Assembly election, one that would dismantle the fascist structure of the state and bring about fundamental change,” he said.

Hasnat said he personally decided not to attend the event due to what he described as a shift from unity towards factionalism.

“When the voices of martyrs and the injured are replaced by a few select groups, I did not feel it was appropriate to participate. The next day, I chose to leave Dhaka for reflection, reassessment, and consideration of our next course of action,” Hasnat explained.

Regarding the Cox’s Bazar trip, Hasnat expressed strong resentment over what followed. “From the airport itself, every movement of NCP leaders was photographed and recorded by state intelligence officials, who then handed the footage to media outlets,” he alleged.

“Some media, with background music fit for a crime thriller, falsely portrayed our movements and linked us to baseless conspiracy theories, including a secret meeting with former US Ambassador Peter Haas, who wasn’t even in the country at the time,” he said.

Hasnat accused certain media and intelligence agencies of colluding to criminalise and demonise political dissent. “This tactic mirrors the propaganda campaigns previously run against opposition leaders during the Hasina era. That such behavior persists in today’s ‘new Bangladesh’ is both shocking and infuriating.”

He warned that such patterns of targeting could be used against anyone in the future, not just the current leadership.

On August 5, five senior NCP leaders—Nasiruddin Patwari (Chief Coordinator), Hasnat Abdullah (Chief Organiser, South), Sarjis Alam (Chief Organiser, North), Dr Tasnim Jara (Senior Joint Member-Secretary), and Khaled Saifullah (Joint Convener) -- skipped the July Uprising anniversary programme and travelled to Cox’s Bazar. The party issued individual show-cause notices the next day.​

 

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No one is willing to accept politics built around either “pro-’71” or “anti-’71: Nahid Islam

Stating that “after ‘24, a new political reality and a new generation of people emerged—those who participated in and won the battle of ‘24,” National Citizen Party (NCP) convener Nahid Islam has said, “We have crossed over from ‘71 and arrived in ‘24.” He further said, “Those who now seek to...

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No one is willing to accept politics built around either “pro-’71” or “anti-’71: Nahid Islam
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Published: 08 Aug 2025, 22: 58

NCP convener Nahid Islam File photo

Stating that “after ‘24, a new political reality and a new generation of people emerged—those who participated in and won the battle of ‘24,” National Citizen Party (NCP) convener Nahid Islam has said, “We have crossed over from ‘71 and arrived in ‘24.”

He further said, “Those who now seek to revive the politics of “for or against ‘71” want to drag the country back into an outdated political framework…. No one is willing to accept politics built around the binary of being either “pro-’71” or “anti-’71.””

Nahid Islam wrote this in his Facebook status in English today, Friday. Below is his Facebook status:

‘71 and ‘24

We have said it before—’24 is the continuation of ‘71.

The aspirations of ‘71—equity, dignity, and justice—were reaffirmed through the anti-discriminatory and democratic uprising of ‘24. While Mujibism tried to insert ‘71 into an Indian narrative, thereby compromising our national sovereignty and interest, ‘24 reclaimed the true spirit of independence, sovereignty, and the Liberation War. It was a united fight against authoritarianism, fascism, and domination—driven by the hope of a democratic and egalitarian Bangladesh.

After ‘24, a new political reality and a new generation of people emerged—those who participated in and won the battle of ‘24. We have crossed over from ‘71 and arrived in ‘24.

Those who now seek to revive the politics of “for or against ‘71” want to drag the country back into an outdated political framework.

But we wanted a new start from ‘24—one that would build a new political culture based on the values and aspirations born out of the uprising.

Defeating Mujibism and all other forms of authoritarian and fascist forces is our responsibility to unify and democratize the state and society.

This generation has already moved beyond ‘71.

No one is willing to accept politics built around the binary of being either “pro-’71” or “anti-’71.” ‘71 will remain in history—as a foundation of the state, a principle to be respected—but it will no longer dominate political legitimacy. ‘47 will be remembered similarly, with historical reverence, but not as a tool for political manipulation.

This doesn’t mean we won’t discuss or debate those events—rather, in this new political reality, we can finally resolve our historical questions.

Politics must now be based on the values of ‘24.

Those who want to return to ‘71 are denying the new political reality of ‘24. The uprising of ‘24 served as a form of atonement for many political forces through their participation. But that atonement will lose its meaning if they or we regress into old ideological politics. It is our responsibility to prevent the resurgence of outdated binary frameworks in our political landscape.

It should be remembered that ‘24 was never about revenge. Those attempting to weaponize it as an act of retaliation have misunderstood its very essence.

‘24 is a space for national unity and reconciliation.

Its spirit lies in building the future—a future that must be shaped through consensus, compassion, and collective responsibility, not through cycles of retribution.​

 

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‘Be ready, Razakar’: Shroud, threat note left for NCP leader’s home in Rajshahi

A National Citizen Party leader in Rajshahi’s Mohanpur has alleged that unidentified assailants tried to set fire to his home before leaving a burial shroud and a threatening note. The note, written in Bengali, read: “Be ready, Razakar. Take your parents’ blessings. Your days are

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‘Be ready, Razakar’: Shroud, threat note left for NCP leader’s home in Rajshahi

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Aug 10, 2025 22:28
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Aug 10, 2025 22:28

A National Citizen Party leader in Rajshahi’s Mohanpur has alleged that unidentified assailants tried to set fire to his home before leaving a burial shroud and a threatening note.

The note, written in Bengali, read: “Be ready, Razakar. Take your parents’ blessings. Your days are over. Joy Bangla, Joy Bangabandhu”.

Khalid Hasan Milu, a member of the NCP’s Rajshahi district coordination committee and former organiser of the Students Against Discrimination, said the attack took place late on Saturday in his native Dhurail village.

According to Milu, the assailants poured petrol and lit a fire outside his house around 11:30pm, moments after he returned home.

“Someone outside said, ‘Come out and see.’ When I stepped out, I saw flames on a tin wall and smelled petrol,” he said.

Neighbours and a night guard helped extinguish the fire, he said.

Police later recovered the shroud and note from the scene.

“Because of the rain, the house was wet and the fire didn’t spread,” Milu added, claiming the message’s “Joy Bangla” slogan indicated who was behind it.

NCP District Joint Coordinator Nahidul Islam Saju called the incident “shameful”, blaming “Awami League activists”.

Mohanpur police chief Ataur Rahman said officers were dispatched and action would follow if a formal complaint was filed.​

 

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Four NCP leaders hold 2-hour meeting with US chargé d’affaires

Four National Citizen Party (NCP) leaders have held a two-hour meeting at the Dhaka residence of Tracy Ann Jacobson, the US chargé d’affaires in Bangladesh. The party’s Convenor Nahid Islam, Member Secretary Akhtar Hossain, Senior Joint Member Secretary Tasnim Jara, and Joint Me

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Four NCP leaders hold 2-hour meeting with US chargé d’affaires

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Published :
Aug 12, 2025 00:38
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Aug 12, 2025 00:38

Four National Citizen Party (NCP) leaders have held a two-hour meeting at the Dhaka residence of Tracy Ann Jacobson, the US chargé d’affaires in Bangladesh.

The party’s Convenor Nahid Islam, Member Secretary Akhtar Hossain, Senior Joint Member Secretary Tasnim Jara, and Joint Member Secretary Alauddin Mohammad visited her residence on Monday afternoon.

Political Economic Counsellor Eric Gillan and two other senior officials of the US embassy were also in attendance.

The meeting took place six days after rumors spread of a meeting between five top NCP leaders and former US Ambassador Peter Haas in Cox’s Bazar on the anniversary day of the July Uprising.

According to an NCP press release, the meeting involved exchanges of views on Bangladesh’s current political and law and order situation, upcoming national elections, democratic processes, and global cooperation.

“The July Proclamation, July Charter, and NCP’s July march were also in discussion. Ambassador Jacobson pledged US support for strengthening Bangladesh’s democratic process. She also inquired about NCP’s plans for the upcoming election.”

The US embassy officials held this meeting as part of ongoing discussions with political parties in Bangladesh, NCP leader Alauddin told bdnews24.com.

“Since our office is in a commercial building and considering security, we held the meeting at the residence of the chargé d’affaires. We talked about the current political situation, the 24-point agenda, and future political plans,” he added.

However, the US embassy issued no official statement about the meeting.

On Aug 5, while the celebration of the July Uprising was under way at Dhaka’s Manik Mia Avenue, news broke that five top NCP leaders had gone to Cox’s Bazar.

They were Joint Convenor Khaled Saifullah, his wife and Senior Joint Member Secretary Tasnim, Chief Organiser (Northern Region) Sarjis Alam, Chief Organiser (Southern Region) Hasnat Abdullah, and Chief Coordinator Nasiruddin Patwary.

Rumours spread that they were meeting former US ambassador Peter Haas at a hotel there. The NCP leaders denied this.

No proof later emerged that Haas was in Cox’s Bazar that day.

The party later showcased the five for the Cox’s Bazar trip without informing anyone.

In response, Nasiruddin wrote that he had gone to Cox’s Bazar to privately think about the “future direction of politics”.

Hasnat explained that he went to Cox’s Bazar to express his “silent protest” against the “incomplete July Proclamation”.​

 

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Uprising goals unmet after one year: Nahid

National Citizen Party (NCP) Convener Nahid Islam has said the core aspirations that fuelled last year’s July Uprising remain unfulfilled. Speaking at an International Youth Day event at the Krishibid Institution Bangladesh in Dhaka on Tuesday, Nahid urged a critical review of the changes si

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Uprising goals unmet after one year: Nahid

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Aug 12, 2025 21:33
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Aug 12, 2025 21:33

National Citizen Party (NCP) Convener Nahid Islam has said the core aspirations that fuelled last year’s July Uprising remain unfulfilled.

Speaking at an International Youth Day event at the Krishibid Institution Bangladesh in Dhaka on Tuesday, Nahid urged a critical review of the changes since the Awami League government was toppled in August 2024, reports bdnews24.com.

“We must assess what we gained, what the youth achieved, and how much the country has changed. Without taking stock, we cannot set our next tasks,” he said.

Calling the July Uprising “unfinished”, Nahid accused “vested interests” of betraying the youth and attempting to derail the 2024 movement, which began as an anti-quota protest before swelling into a mass uprising.

“The equation is not over yet,” he said. “Those rushing to conclude it are mistaken. The power of the Uprising is still on the ground. We made concessions over the past year, but there will be no compromise on the July Charter — not even one percent.”

“Until the promises we made, and those the government made over the blood of martyrs, are fulfilled, no government will survive and no party will come to power,” he warned.

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No election before July Charter execution, says NCP

Top leaders of the National Citizen Party on Tuesday said that the party would not compromise over the implementation of the July Charter, adding that the upcoming national election must be held after the implementation of the charter.

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No election before July Charter execution, says NCP
Staff Correspondent 13 August, 2025, 00:36

Top leaders of the National Citizen Party on Tuesday said that the party would not compromise over the implementation of the July Charter, adding that the upcoming national election must be held after the implementation of the charter.

Nasiruddin Patwary, one of the top leaders of the party, said that the elections would not be held in February. ‘If the interim government wants to hold the election in that month, the government will have to return the sacrifices of the July uprising martyrs and injured,’ he said.


The remarks were made at the National Youth Assembly-2025, organised by the NCP’s youth wing National Youth Force at the Krishibid Institution Bangladesh in the capital’s Farmgate area to mark International Youth Day.

Addressing the event as the chief guest, NCP convener Nahid Islam said, ‘The force of the uprising is still on the scene. We have made compromises in the past one year. We have made compromises in connection with the July Declaration. There will be no compromise made in connection with the July Charter — not even one per cent.’

The NCP will not allow the interim government, established on the blood of July martyrs, to go without implementing the promises of building a discrimination-free Bangladesh, he assrerted.

‘No political party will be able to come to power before the implementation of the promises,’ Nahid went on to say.

He stated that the promises of ’90 mass uprising were not kept and every arrangement was done to betray the ’24 mass uprising.

Another 1/11 may return if the political parties fail to remain united to build a new Bangladesh, Nahid hinted.

NCP member secretary Akhter Hossen said, ‘The next election must be based on the July Charter.’

Expressing doubt about the implementation of the July Charter, Akhter threatened the government and political parties that the demand for the implementation would be realised through street movements if table discussion did not work.

‘No election bypassing the trial and reforms will be accepted,’ said Akhter.

Both chief organiser for North Sarjis Alam and chief organiser for South Hasnat Abdullah condemned the defamation case filed against Sarjis by a Bangladesh Nationalist Party leader.

They also condemned media houses for trying to establish the fascist narratives, even after the uprising, and spreading media propaganda against the leaders of the party.

Stating that the election will not be held in February, NCP chief coordinator Nasiruddin Patwary questioned, ‘Why have so many people sacrificed their lives if the election will be held in the same fascist system?’

Besides, Bangladesh Nationalist Party joint secretary general Shahid Uddin Chowdhury Anee, Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami nayeb-e-amir Syed Abdullah Muhammad Taher and Amar Bangladesh Party general secretary Asaduzzaman Fuad, among others, were present at the event.

National Youth Force convener Tarikul Islam presided over the event and read out its youth manifesto.​