BNP candidate Shafiqul Islam Khan has expressed optimism about winning the Dhaka-15 parliamentary seat, where he is contesting against Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami’s Amir, Dr. Shafiqur Rahman. Speaking during a campaign event on Sunday morning in the capital’s West Shewrapara Technical area, Khan said many party chiefs in Bangladesh had previously lost to ordinary workers like him. He emphasized his confidence in securing victory despite facing a major political leader.

The Dhaka-15 constituency includes parts of Shewrapara, Kazipara, Kafrul, and Mirpur. Khan, a former acting general secretary of the BNP’s youth wing, said he was born and raised in the area and maintains strong ties with local residents. He pledged to prioritize repairing roads, resolving water and gas shortages, and addressing waterlogging if elected. He also promised to establish playgrounds to keep youth away from drugs.

Khan’s remarks highlight his grassroots campaign approach and his focus on local development issues as key elements of his electoral message.