BNP National Standing Committee member and Cox’s Bazar-1 candidate Salahuddin Ahmed has described the upcoming national parliamentary election as a 'historic and powerful' event that will restore democracy in Bangladesh. Speaking at a series of campaign rallies in Pekua and surrounding areas, he said the election would symbolize victory over years of authoritarian rule and the re-establishment of citizens’ constitutional and democratic rights. Ahmed emphasized that the people of Bangladesh had sacrificed their blood for democracy and that the fall of what he called 'fascist rule' paved the way for a free and fair election. He also highlighted BNP’s 31-point reform agenda introduced in 2023, aimed at ensuring economic freedom and prosperity. During his campaign, Ahmed visited graves of former leaders, met fire-affected families, and provided financial aid. Thousands of supporters attended his rallies, reflecting strong local enthusiasm for his candidacy.