Dhaka: BNP Standing Committee Member Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury today criticized the recent street movements led by Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami and other political parties, stating that such actions undermine the negotiation efforts of the National Consensus Commission.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Khasru expressed his concerns during a press briefing at his office in Banani. He emphasized that the call for street protests, particularly in support of the proportional representation system in elections, suggests a reluctance to engage in the electoral process. This reluctance, he warned, raises public doubts about Jamaat's intentions and its potential impact on national stability.
Khasru further elaborated that by advocating for street movements, Jamaat demonstrates a lack of respect for the ongoing discussions within the consensus commission. He stressed that the public is eager to participate in the upcoming elections and warned that any attempt to disrupt the electoral process would erode public trust. He underscored the importance of the February 2026 elections as a pivotal event for the country's democratic future.
Highlighting the progress made by the National Consensus Commission, the BNP leader noted that consensus has been achieved on most issues, with discussions continuing on unresolved matters. He reiterated that initiating a movement at this juncture equates to disregarding the negotiation process.
Responding to a journalist's inquiry, Khasru dismissed the notion of external pressure, asserting that BNP leaders and activists have already embarked on their electoral campaign. He stressed the necessity of maintaining a peaceful environment for the elections, cautioning that any entity seeking to create disturbances would need to reconsider its political strategy.