The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) is facing internal criticism over its decision to nominate several elderly candidates, some aged over 80, in multiple constituencies. Local leaders argue that these senior nominees lack the physical capacity and generational connection needed to appeal to younger voters, particularly Generation Z, who are expected to play a decisive role in the upcoming election. In constituencies such as Brahmanbaria-4, Kushtia-4, Chattogram-13, and Munshiganj-2, local BNP leaders have formally appealed to the party’s high command to reconsider the nominations. They are advocating for younger, more active candidates with stronger grassroots ties and better rapport with youth voters. The appeals highlight growing frustration among local activists who believe that the party’s electoral prospects could be weakened by fielding aged, less-engaged figures. The issue underscores a generational divide within the BNP as it seeks to balance experience with the need for rejuvenation to attract younger segments of the electorate.