Following the thirteenth parliamentary election, the BNP achieved a sweeping victory in Sylhet, winning 18 of the division’s 19 constituencies. Party chairman Tarique Rahman, who began his campaign in Sylhet on January 22 after visiting the shrines of two saints, is now preparing to form the new cabinet. Local political observers are closely watching who will be included, with widespread curiosity and discussion across social media.

Sylhet, known as both a BNP stronghold and the home district of Rahman’s in-laws, played a decisive role in the party’s success. Residents now expect significant ministerial representation from the region, including full ministers, state ministers, and technocrat appointments. Several newly elected MPs from Sylhet are already in Dhaka for discussions with the party high command.

Names under consideration reportedly include Khandaker Abdul Muktadir, Ariful Haque Chowdhury, Reza Kibria, Kalim Uddin Ahmed Milon, and G.K. Gaus. Possible technocrat appointees include Maulana Ubaidullah Faruq, Humayun Kabir, and Abdul Kaiyum Chowdhury. Final decisions will depend on the BNP chairman’s discretion.