BNP leader Shamsuzzaman Dudu emphasized that elections are the only legitimate path to a change of power in Bangladesh. “Some groups fear they have no future if elections are held, so they are making excuses to delay the process. But they are living in a fool’s paradise,” he said. Dudu declared that Bangladesh needs an inclusive, representative parliament and government. “The future belongs to nationalism. For 16 years, the people have struggled for their rights, and elections are the only way to restore them,” he stated. He warned against attempts to impose decisions on citizens without elections, stressing that democracy must reflect the will of the people. Dudu also cautioned against “dark forces abroad” that seek to destabilize Bangladesh through violence during this period.