There is no denying the extent of damage the AL has done over the last 15 years, particularly from January 5, 2014.
Can such a deeply rooted political entity be banned out of existence?
Bangladesh’s political landscape has long been defined by division and vengeance.
Denial and blame games won’t save us from the deepening law and order crisis.
What started as a moment of hope—a chance to break free from the chains of authoritarian rule—has increasingly turned into a struggle for meaningful reform.
Awami League’s protests reflect a party grappling with its own political survival rather than a genuine struggle for democracy.
The interim government is not mandated to oversee local elections. Its primary responsibility is to conduct parliamentary elections.
Just six months ago, the tables were completely turned. Khaleda was under house arrest, while her party was desperately appealing for her to be allowed to travel for medical care.
Who will form the opposition is still a matter of speculation.
It is the EC’s role to ensure a congenial atmosphere for people to cast their votes freely.
The ruling Awami League is desperately trying to showcase the polls as inclusive and competitive.
It appears that all of the ruling party’s efforts revolve around the next election, not considering longer-term ramifications for itself.
The youths have turned away from politics out of frustration.
Given the attitudes of Awami League and BNP as Bangladesh election draws closer, there is no reason for one to feel hopeful about having a peaceful and participatory election.
While the prime minister is unofficially on her campaign trail, the opposition camp is on the run.
There is no doubt that the country is heading towards a long-drawn confrontational politics ahead of the election.
It seems all the opposition forces are becoming active ahead of the national election.
