BNP Vice Chairman Md. Shahjahan, who won the Noakhali-4 (Sadar-Subarnachar) constituency in the 13th National Parliamentary Election, visited the home of his defeated rival, Jamaat-e-Islami district chief Ishaq Khandaker, on Friday, February 13. The meeting took place at Khandaker’s residence in Alipur, Ward 4 of Noakhali Municipality, where the two exchanged greetings, shared sweets, and pledged to cooperate in building a modern Noakhali.

According to the official results, Shahjahan secured 219,182 votes, while Ishaq Khandaker received 148,989. Shahjahan described the election as competitive but peaceful, emphasizing BNP’s commitment to democratic values, mutual respect, and development beyond political differences. He said the people were happy to vote freely on February 12 after years of restricted political expression.

Ishaq Khandaker accepted the results and congratulated Shahjahan, pledging constructive participation for local peace and development. Photos of their meeting circulated widely on social media, drawing praise from users for promoting political harmony. Local BNP leader Harunur Rashid Azad said the gesture reflected tolerance and mutual respect following a fair election.