BNP leader Salahuddin Ahmed has accused a rival political party of attempting to divide the nation on the basis of religion while also trying to delay participatory elections by spreading confusion. During a visit to the Dhakeshwari National Temple, he said, “The election date has not yet been declared, but ever since the electoral timeline was announced, certain quarters have been trying to obstruct the process. Those who engage in such activities will face political rejection from the people.” He stressed that no one has succeeded in destroying Bangladesh’s religious harmony and no one ever will. Reaffirming BNP’s position, Salahuddin said, “We have never wanted politics to be divided along religious lines. The Constitution itself does not identify citizens by religion. Every citizen has the right to practice and promote their faith safely. Our policy is clear: religion is personal, the state belongs to all. Religion is individual, but security is everyone’s right.”