Local leaders of the National Democratic Party (JAGPA) have collected nomination papers on behalf of the party’s vice president and spokesperson, Rashed Pradhan, for the upcoming 13th National Parliamentary Election in Bangladesh. The papers were obtained from the Assistant Returning Officer and Sadar Upazila Executive Officer Fahmida Sultana, and Upazila Election Officer Supta Karim on Monday afternoon.

The collection was led by Panchagarh District JAGPA President and freedom fighter Ansar Ali, accompanied by district and upazila-level party officials including Shahriar Alam Biplob, Shamsuzzaman Noyon Master, and others. The move signals JAGPA’s intent to contest in both Panchagarh-1 and Panchagarh-2 constituencies, reflecting the party’s continued effort to expand its political footprint in northern Bangladesh.

Election observers note that smaller parties like JAGPA are seeking to strengthen their presence ahead of the national polls. The Election Commission is expected to announce the final list of candidates following the scrutiny and withdrawal deadlines later this month.