BNP Standing Committee Member Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury on Wednesday asserted that no one can disrupt the upcoming national election through violent acts, urging the government to remain vigilant and proactive in maintaining law and order.
“There is no reason to believe that anyone can obstruct the election through violence or sabotage. The people of Bangladesh are aware, alert, and eagerly anticipating the polls,” Khosru told reporters after a meeting between European Union Ambassador to Bangladesh Michael Miller and BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam at the party Chairperson’s office in Gulshan.
He said EU is closely monitoring Bangladesh’s upcoming national elections and seeks a successful and transparent parliamentary vote. Khosru said the discussion focused on the EU’s role in supporting a credible election.
“They are providing support to the Election Commission, including financial assistance, and working closely with civil society and political parties,” he said.
“They have also decided to send observers to monitor the election. Their main focus is to ensure that the election is conducted smoothly, freely, and fairly, and that democratic order is restored in Bangladesh.”
Commenting on BNP’s candidate nominations, Khosru said, “There is a clear electoral momentum in Bangladesh, and people across the country are actively engaging in the election process. Following the submission of nominations for 236 constituencies, the selections have been largely accepted. Reports from various quarters confirm that the nominations are satisfactory and reflective of the public’s expectations.”
He said, “Almost every party is active on the ground. Campaigns and election-related activities are progressing smoothly nationwide.”
On recent incidents of political unrest, Khosru stressed that maintaining law and order is a collective concern. “We hope the government ensures its law enforcement agencies act strongly and effectively to prevent and respond to such incidents,” he said.
Commenting on allegations of violent activities and the so-called Awami League lockdown, he remarked, “The Awami League is neither contesting nor active in the country, and their top leader is absent. Their inactivity leaves little to discuss.” He emphasised, however, that violent acts could be carried out by anyone, and it is the responsibility of law enforcement to prevent them.
Khosru further noted that individuals or groups absent from the election process may attempt disruptive actions, but the government, equipped with intelligence and security agencies, must handle these threats effectively to ensure smooth elections.
Addressing comments by Jamaat’s Ameer on the July Charter, Khosru stated, “The charter has already been signed and agreed upon. Following extensive discussions, there are no pending issues, and it is unclear what remains unresolved.”
