BNP leader Shahid Uddin Chowdhury Annie declared that lasting and genuine democracy in Bangladesh would be realized under Tarique Rahman’s leadership. He reiterated the demand for a general election to establish a people’s government. Annie warned against conspiracies to undermine democracy and defame BNP, urging all party members to strengthen Tarique Rahman’s position and work towards their shared vision. He also called on former and current leaders of the BNP’s student wing to remain vigilant against threats to democracy.