NCP leader Akhtar Hossain has expressed doubts over BNP’s willingness to pursue genuine constitutional reform, noting the party’s objections to both the July Charter and the idea of drafting a new constitution. “True reform requires writing a fresh constitution through a Constituent Assembly election. Some are opposing this, creating confusion,” he said. He warned that holding elections under the “fascist constitution” would only embolden authoritarianism. “Without implementing the July Charter and ensuring decentralization, democracy will not take root,” Akhtar added. He questioned whether BNP is heading toward deception, pointing out that if reform proposals are enshrined in a new constitution, they cannot be challenged in court. Akhtar also criticized the trend of leaving crucial issues—such as parliamentary structure, upper house provisions, presidential powers, and women’s leadership—unclear for the next ruling party, warning that such ambiguity risks making reforms unsustainable.