Jamaat-e-Islami’s central Nayeb-e-Ameer Dr. Syed Abdullah Mohammad Taher declared that his party and its allies would not bow to India, emphasizing independence in policymaking. Speaking on Monday afternoon at an election rally in Dakshin Shripur under Gunabati Union of Chauddagram, Cumilla, he said that previous governments believed power required appeasing India, but his alliance rejects that notion. He asserted that only God should be feared and promised that if the 11-party coalition wins, there will be no corruption or compromise of national sovereignty.

Dr. Taher said the coalition, comprising Islamic-minded groups, freedom fighters’ parties, and the July Revolution group, aims to bring qualitative change to Bangladesh’s politics. He criticized past governments for corruption, extortion, and misrule, claiming that despite different names, their governance styles were similar. He described the upcoming election as a turning point for the nation’s destiny.

He urged unity across political lines for national interest and mentioned that Tk 180 crore had been allocated for development projects in Chauddagram, expressing hope for a historic victory.