Jatiya Party Chairman GM Quader criticized the government’s reform initiatives, claiming they have failed to gain public trust and instead resemble "a political circus." Speaking at a memorial in Rangpur marking former President Ershad’s death anniversary, Quader argued that reforms related to women, the National Board of Revenue (NBR), and the media have been widely rejected.

He added, “We supported the students during the July movement and raised our voice in Parliament. In Rangpur, two of our members died, others were jailed, and several are facing murder charges. Even our mayor has been harassed and threatened.” Quader called for free and fair elections to form a truly representative government.