BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir expressed optimism that the upcoming national election in Bangladesh will be held peacefully around February 26 without any disruption. Speaking at a meeting with lawyers in Thakurgaon, he said the current law and order situation is stable and conducive to holding elections. Fakhrul emphasized moving beyond political vengeance to build a nation based on love and unity. He discussed the interim government’s initiative under Dr. Muhammad Yunus to restructure the state through six commissions, aiming for a democratic transition from authoritarianism. Fakhrul also supported proposals for a bicameral parliament to ensure checks and balances and limiting the prime minister’s tenure to two terms. Referring to Khaleda Zia’s message of forgiveness, he likened her stance to that of Nelson Mandela. Fakhrul called for embracing the younger generation to lead future national progress, expressing confidence that perseverance will ultimately bring political victory.