Shahidul Islam Khan Babul, BNP’s nominated candidate for Faridpur-4, stated that former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia served eight years in jail without conviction, while Tarique Rahman has been in exile for 17 years. He vowed justice for the enforced disappearances, killings, and torture under what he called a fascist regime. “Those joining the BNP for personal gain should stay away. No one should tarnish the party’s reputation. Any criminal activity by party members will not be tolerated,” he warned. Khan also highlighted the struggles of expatriates’ families facing oppression in Bangladesh. Notably, this was the first BNP grassroots conference in Bhanga in 17 years.