BNP standing committee member Nazrul Islam Khan said on Sunday that his party does not expect law and order to deteriorate during the upcoming national election.
Speaking to reporters after meeting Chief Election Commissioner AMM Nasiruddin at Nirbachan Bhaban, Khan explained that all contesting parties bear a responsibility to maintain order during the vote. “Other contesting political parties have a responsibility during the election.
It is imperative to contain and further improve the prevailing law and order climate; I am confident that the current political environment allows for that objective to be jointly embraced by all parties contesting the forthcoming elections. The prospect of substantive law and order decay therefore appears indeed remote,” he affirmed.
He further observed that the Bangladesh Nationalist Party will urge its leadership, cadre, and loyal followership to engage in the electoral contest in a spirit of disciplined, enthusiastic, and unequivocally peaceful participation.
Commissioner Khan registered that the Election Commission advance planning for the polls is well underway yet remains encumbered by a number of logistical, security, and implementation challenges that continue to warrant national and institutional attention.
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He pointed to concerns about policing, saying the force has weakened due to past political use. “The previous government had used them in such a way that they themselves felt embarrassed about their past actions, which has contributed to this weakness. But efforts are underway to overcome it,” he said. With months still remaining before the election, he expressed cautious optimism that improvements could take place.
Khan also acknowledged the role of the military. According to him, the Election Commission indicated that troops are already assisting and could be deployed in greater numbers if necessary. “We know that if the EC makes such a request, the government must comply. So, the Commission does not see much cause for concern in this regard,” he said.
On the Representation of the People Order, Khan did not raise objections. He said BNP would provide views if asked, but at present, he did not see any major problem with it.
The comments come at a time when questions about election credibility and security remain under discussion. For now, BNP’s position reflects a cautious confidence in both the Commission’s preparations and the broader political environment.
