Addressing a street rally, NCP leader Sarjis Alam urged voters to prioritize candidates’ integrity and public service over party loyalty. “We’ve seen leadership passed down from father to son to grandson. This blind loyalty breeds dangerous dynasties,” he said. “If a candidate truly stands with the people, vote for them—no matter the party.” He added that NCP has taken responsibility to give political direction to the student-led uprising. Highlighting long-standing crises in Sundarganj—like erosion, unemployment, and lack of healthcare—he said the people are no longer dreaming of change; they’re ready for it.