Law enforcement's 'suspicious silence' fueling disorder, threatening democratic stability, Rizvi says

BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi Ahmed has claimed that the law enforcement agencies' passive stance on criminal activities is "suspicious" and despite the party's repeated communications with the administration, seeking legal action against wrongdoers, no cooperation has been forthcoming. 

Speaking at a press conference today (8 July) at the BNP's central office in Nayapaltan, Dhaka, Rizvi said individuals misusing the party's name for unlawful purposes are being dealt with immediately through internal organisational action. 

"Anyone found engaged in misconduct from within the party is not being spared. Several leaders and activists have already been expelled, suspended, or served with show-cause notices," he said. 

However, he claimed that these measures have received little attention in the media.

Rizvi expressed grave concern over the administration's indifference, adding, "Since the interim government assumed office, police and administrative authorities have shown minimal activity. In some instances, there are signs that certain officials are deliberately manipulating the situation from behind the scenes. If such conditions continue, it will threaten our societal values, cultural norms, and civil behaviour. This administrative paralysis has become a life-or-death issue for the public."

He further argued that the sustainable revival of democracy and its historical relevance depend on peace and stability in society, which in turn require an efficient and active administration. 

Rizvi alleged that the influence of illicit funds and covert operations by allies of the ousted Awami League regime are encouraging lawlessness and hinting at the potential for widespread disorder. 

Reiterating BNP's zero-tolerance stance on corruption and violence, Rizvi said the party does not harbour criminals, land grabbers, or extortionists. He blamed administrative stagnation for the growing 'mob culture' and said underground networks, fuelled by black money, are destabilising society.

He also accused vested interests of orchestrating a technology-driven disinformation campaign against the BNP. 

"Such calculated propaganda and artificial unrest are part of a broader plot to derail the democratic process and delay elections," he said.