BNP Joint Secretary General Syed Imran Saleh Prince on Friday claimed certain political forces are intentionally stirring unrest to prevent the country’s upcoming general election.
Speaking at a program in Haluaghat Upazila, Mymensingh, Prince alleged that unnamed parties were provoking tension with BNP to destabilize the pre-election atmosphere.
Warning Against “Politics of Confrontation”
He cautioned against what he called “planned provocations” by rival groups aiming to drag BNP into street-level conflicts.
“Just shun the path of politics of confrontation and get on an election train,” Prince told his audience, encouraging all parties to focus on the ballot rather than agitation.
He said BNP would not fall into what he described as a “sectarian trap” designed to push the party into chaos.
Election Demands and Historical Framing
Prince linked the upcoming polls to what he referred to as the “July uprising,” stating that an elected government is necessary to honor the sacrifices made during that period.
He also pressed for reforms and justice, describing these goals as a debt owed to the blood of martyrs.
“We want an immediate election,” he said, “to accelerate the trial process and implement reform commission proposals.”
Allegations Against the Government
Prince claimed that senior figures in the government are deliberately complicating the electoral process.
“A section of high-ups within the government… are now showing their inaction in the name of not getting the country as they desired over the last one year,” he said.
He further asserted that the ruling party was attempting to delay the election to manipulate the outcome.
Election Timeline and Party Strategy
Prince emphasized that the 13th parliamentary election must occur at least a week before Ramadan in February 2026.
He noted that government agencies had already been directed to complete preparations by December.
He also urged BNP workers to begin grassroots engagement.
“Go door-to-door,” he told party activists, “and convey greetings from Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman. Seek votes for Sheaf of Paddy.”
Final Notes from the Event
The BNP leader framed the moment as a test of democratic will and urged restraint, participation, and vigilance.
While he avoided naming rival parties directly, the message was clear: BNP believes the electoral field is being manipulated. Whether those claims resonate with the broader public remains uncertain.
But in his words, “Politics should be purified with pro-people activities.”
