Sajjad Hossain

The BNP is closely monitoring grassroots leaders who oppose supporting the party’s nominees, and it is collecting their information for taking action against them.

Alliance partners have expressed deep frustration, as the BNP failed to rein in its leaders contesting in seats allocated to allies

BNP’s fight in the national election is shaping up on two fronts: against rival parties outside and against rebel contenders within, threatening to split its vote base.

The visits are intended to help him see the country in person after 17 years in exile and reconnect directly with voters and party activists

The BNP is focusing on carrying the lift in public support it received following the death of Khaleda Zia into the election by strengthening and fully engaging in poll-focused activities.

Crowds continue to gather at Khaleda Zia’s grave today; Firoza stands silent

The entire city stood in solemn tribute to Bangladesh’s first female prime minister yesterday.

Nation grieves as Khaleda Zia departs, leaving a legacy of unbreakable spirit

The BNP is set to contest the upcoming polls in 286 of the 300 constituencies, leaving 14 seats for alliance partners and political leaders who stood with the party during the anti-fascist movement.

Senior leaders said party workers are energised, with his arrival adding fresh pace to campaign activities nationwide.

Leaders hope his return will help strengthen unity within party

BNP leaders and activists are energised by the party’s Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman’s speech, which has brought new hope and clear direction ahead of the upcoming election.

For the BNP, his long‑awaited return symbolises renewal -- a turning point that could reenergise the party's political base

BNP has blamed the interim government for a spate of attacks, vandalism and arson across the country, alleging that a section within the administration is seeking to destabilise Bangladesh ahead of the upcoming election.

Even though a week has passed since the announcement of the election schedule, BNP allies still do not know how many seats they might be allotted.

The BNP has alerted its election candidates that their nomination may get cancelled if they file inaccurate information regarding cases filed against them in the affidavits submitted with their nomination papers.

The BNP has so far announced candidates in 272 out of 300 seats.

BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman is finally returning to Bangladesh on December 25 from the UK after 17 years in exile, putting to rest the speculation about his homecoming.

Political parties are accelerating preparations for the coming polls, with aspirants nearly finalised, alliances taking shape, and seat-sharing talks at full throttle.

Party fields 272 candidates; no seats allotted to partners yet