Dhaka: BNP Standing Committee Member Begum Selima Rahman today said the party may nominate at least five percent women candidates in the upcoming national election. She expressed hope that the number could increase further, enabling women to play a stronger role in politics. She made the remarks while addressing a coordination meeting of Khulna, Bagerhat, and Satkhira districts, organized by the BNP's Nari O Shishu Odhikar Forum (Women and Children Rights Forum), at the Khulna Press Club.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Selima Rahman highlighted the advancement of women in education and professional sectors in Bangladesh, which began under the leadership of Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman and Begum Khaleda Zia. She expressed optimism that under the leadership of Tarique Rahman, a new wave of women's awakening will take place.
Forum Member Secretary Nipun Roy Chowdhury emphasized the BNP's determination to nominate competent women candidates in the next election, expressing confidence that these candidates will be elected by popular vote. BNP's Central Information and Research Secretary Azizul Bari Helal underscored the importance of women's political, social, and economic emancipation for national development.
Acting Organizing Secretary for Khulna Division Anindya Islam Amit noted that the BNP aims to build a safe and prosperous future for women by ensuring access to education, healthcare, and employment. Among others, central leaders Jayanta Kumar Kund, Shafiqul Alam Mona, M.A. Salam, Rahmat Ullah Palash, Moniruzzaman Montu, and Shafiqul Alam Tuhin were present at the meeting.