BNP leader Hafiz Uddin Ahmed claimed the “old game” has resumed in the hills and argued that the farsighted decisions of Ziaur Rahman are still preventing any move that could be framed as an Indian declaration of independence. He accused Jamaat of fearing the people’s verdict and suggested that some political groups, influenced by intellectuals from Europe and America, are attempting to impose electoral systems that will not win public support. Hafiz warned that if anyone tries to obstruct elections, BNP will respond on the streets. He also criticized a UN trip by the Chief Adviser that involved 104 members, without elaborating on details.