The electoral contest in Comilla-7 (Chandina) constituency has become increasingly complex as internal divisions within the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) threaten its traditional dominance. Dr. Redwan Ahmed, formerly the secretary general of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), joined the BNP and secured its nomination under the paddy sheaf symbol. However, his campaign faces serious challenges following the entry of expelled BNP leader Atikul Alam Shawon as an independent candidate, raising fears of a split in the BNP vote.
Local analysts note that grassroots dissatisfaction has strengthened Shawon’s position, particularly after the dissolution of the Chandina Upazila BNP committee for not supporting Redwan. Many BNP activists allege that Redwan has close ties with a section of the local Awami League and had been disconnected from party activities for 17 years, while Shawon remained active during periods of political repression. The constituency now sees a three-way race among Redwan, Shawon, and Solaiman Khan of the 11-party alliance, which includes Jamaat-e-Islami.
Observers suggest that the internal rift and multiple strong contenders have placed the BNP candidate under significant pressure ahead of the election.
এম হাসান, কুমিল্লা প্রকাশ : ০৭ ফেব্রুয়ারি ২০২৬, ১০: ০৬আপডেট : ০৭ ফেব্রুয়ারি ২০২৬, ১০: ১১ এম হাসান, কুমিল্লা কুমিল্লা-৭ (চান্দিনা) সংসদীয় আসনে নির্বাচনি লড়াই ক্রমেই জটিল রূপ নিচ্ছে। দীর্ঘদিন বিএনপির শক্ত ঘাঁটি হিসেবে পরিচিত এই আসনে ধানের শীষের প্রার
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