BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir criticized the interim government for failing to maintain neutrality ahead of elections. Speaking at an event marking the 56th martyrdom anniversary of Shaheed Asad, he stressed the need for prompt elections to restore democratic rights after 15 years of deprivation. Fakhrul warned against delaying elections for reforms, as it risks public disenfranchisement and rising instability. He called for unity among political forces to ensure reforms and democratic governance, urging the government to fulfill its commitments to the people.