BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir today said Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has assured them that the government is working to hold elections by December this year.

"Perhaps by the 15th [February], the interim government will make a statement regarding this," Fakhrul said after a meeting with the chief adviser.

Fakhrul expressed hope that the elections would be completed within December.

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"We have repeatedly urged the government to hold polls quickly. We have once again pressed them on this matter. By completing the minimum reforms, engaging in discussions with the reform commissions, and reaching a consensus, we believe elections can be held swiftly," Fakhrul added.

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He added that his party would in no way accept any local government elections before the national election.

Fakhrul also criticised the government over the handling of the recent incidents across the country, including the one at Dhanmondi 32.

Holding the government accountable, Fakhrul said, "The government cannot evade responsibility for these incidents."

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"We believe these incidents have severely undermined the country's stability and provided an opportunity for fascist elements to emerge," he added.

"The chief adviser, and those who were with him, assured us that they will hold the national election very soon," he said.

He added that his party would in no way accept any local government elections before the national election.