BNP Standing Committee member and former state minister Salahuddin Ahmed has accused Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina of never believing in Bangladesh’s independence and attempting to establish one-party rule through BAKSAL. Speaking at a women’s rally in Chakaria’s Islamnagar on December 6, he claimed that the people’s uprising had removed her from power and alleged that she served the interests of a neighboring country. The event was part of Ahmed’s campaign activities in Cox’s Bazar-1 constituency ahead of the upcoming national election.

During his speech, Ahmed asserted that the forthcoming election would be fair and internationally recognized, emphasizing that citizens are now more aware of their voting rights. He urged voters to support the BNP’s symbol, the paddy sheaf, and prayed for the recovery of party chairperson Khaleda Zia. Ahmed pledged that if BNP returns to power, it will restore democracy, rebuild the economy, and ensure justice and civil liberties. Thousands of supporters, including local BNP leaders, reportedly attended the rally.

Political analysts note that Ahmed’s remarks reflect BNP’s intensified campaign rhetoric as the election approaches, highlighting deep political polarization in Bangladesh.