Law and order being destabilised intentionally to delay polls: BNP leader Zahid
“As the interim government and the Election Commission continue their activities, BNP remains hopeful that the election will be held within the timeframe promised by the chief adviser,” Zahid Hossain said
Professor AZM Zahid Hossain, BNP Standing Committee member, has alleged that attempts are being made to delay the upcoming election by deliberately worsening the law and order situation in the country.
He made the remarks this morning (15 July) while inspecting the venue at the Institution of Engineers in Dhaka, ahead of a discussion by BNP-aligned professionals to mark the anniversary of the July–August mass uprising.
"As the interim government and the Election Commission continue their activities, BNP remains hopeful that the election will be held within the timeframe promised by the chief adviser," Zahid Hossain said.
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In response to a question, he added, "The people will decide who shows whom a red card. The Bangladesh Nationalist Party does not feel the need to respond to or comment on anyone's statements."
Referring to recent remarks about BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman, Zahid Hossain said, "Derogatory comments against Tarique Rahman are part of a planned conspiracy. BNP has no intention of walking into that trap or responding to such provocations. Under Tarique Rahman's leadership, the people of Bangladesh are eager to restore democracy."
He further stated, "BNP does not tolerate or support injustice. We want justice for criminals through a due legal process. The party believes in upholding the law and does not support mob justice or vigilantism."
BNP's Mass Education Affairs Secretary Professor Morshed Hasan Khan and other leaders were also present at the venue during the visit.
