In Narayanganj, Islamist political parties are preparing to contest the upcoming local government elections separately, signaling a shift from their earlier unity during the 13th national election. While they had previously campaigned together under the slogan “Islamic vote in one box,” the parties are now fielding their own candidates for union parishad, upazila, and city corporation polls. This move raises concerns that the Islamist vote could become divided among multiple contenders.

The Narayanganj unit of Jamaat-e-Islami has already published a list of potential councilor candidates and is finalizing names for other local positions. Maulana Jabbar, the city Jamaat chief, is being discussed as a possible mayoral candidate. Meanwhile, the Khelafat Majlis has announced two rounds of potential candidates, with joint secretary general Sirajul Mamun emerging as a likely mayoral contender. Islami Andolan Bangladesh is also preparing to test its organizational strength independently.

Party leaders argue that local elections emphasize personal credibility and community engagement rather than national alliances. Observers note that if multiple Islamist candidates run, the vote could fragment, reshaping the political balance in Narayanganj’s local contests.