Dr. Mofakhkharul Islam Rana, a member of Mymensingh District BNP and a nomination aspirant for the Gafargaon constituency, stated that the family of late President Ziaur Rahman has endured the most persecution over the past 15 years under what he described as a fascist government. Speaking as the chief guest at a courtyard meeting organized by BNP and its affiliated bodies in Maizbari Bazar, Longair Union, he said Begum Khaleda Zia was forced out of her home and imprisoned, while acting BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman faced persecution and was compelled to live abroad. Several local BNP leaders, including Sheikh Md. Ishaq, Abdul Hamid, and Azaharul Haque, were also present at the event. Rana emphasized that the Zia family’s suffering symbolizes the broader political repression faced by opposition members in Bangladesh.