Despite allegations of widespread irregularities in the Jahangirnagar University Central Students’ Union (JUCSU) elections, JCD-backed female AGS candidate Anjuman Iqra has called on students to accept the results in the greater interest of the student body.

In a statement, she wrote, “Beyond winning or losing, our duty was to ensure a fair vote for the students. But despite visible irregularities, we must accept the outcome for the sake of student interests.” She expressed gratitude to JCD for nominating her and urged party leaders to reflect on mistakes while pledging to work toward building a better campus environment.

A torchlight procession was held in Brahmanbaria’s Budhanti Union, protesting against BNP leader Rumin Farhana. Local BNP activists and residents alleged that Rumin misled the Election Commission during a constituency hearing by presenting “false information” in favor of excluding Budhanti and Chandura unions from the Brahmanbaria-3 seat.

Hundreds joined the protest, organized under the supervision of former Jubo Dal leader Md. Mizanur Rahman. Demonstrators accused Rumin of acting against the people’s interest and urged authorities to restore Budhanti and Chandura unions under the Brahmanbaria-3 constituency.

GOP leader Rashed Khan strongly condemned the egging and attempted public humiliation of adviser Mahfuz Alam in London, calling the incident an act of political intimidation. “They disgraced Mahfuz Alam’s vehicle in London by hurling eggs. Soon people will understand how dangerous these forces and their henchmen are,” Rashed wrote.

He warned that today it may be Mahfuz Alam, but tomorrow it could be any one of us. Rashed denounced the attack as an act of political terrorism by Awami League militants and their associates and urged resistance to the growing culture of intimidation, cautioning that the country will pay a heavy price if such tactics continue.

BNP leader Abdul Kadir Bhuiyan Jewel pledged that, if his party wins power, primary healthcare will be extended to the union (local) level. Addressing the opening of a free medical camp at Chula Model High School ground in Gotashia Union, Monohardi, Narsingdi, Jewel said BNP would deploy MBBS doctors at union clinics, increase bed capacity at upazila health complexes, and implement a health card for every citizen.

The free camp provided medical consultations and medicines to about 1,500 people, with services delivered by some 40 specialist physicians.

Akhtar Hossain, secretary of the NCIP, has called for the drafting of a new constitution that clearly guarantees the rights of workers and the general populace. Speaking at a workers’ rally, he criticized the existing constitution for failing to protect labor and popular rights and said it has not delivered freedom to the people of Bangladesh.

“We urge the government and political parties to formulate a new constitution that explicitly secures workers’ rights and the rights of the people,” Akhtar said. He argued that, despite the upheaval of 1971 and later movements, workers’ protections remain unfulfilled. Although a labor recommendation committee was formed, he noted, its proposals have not yet been implemented.

Akhtar emphasized the risks workers face on the job and the absence of guaranteed safety and justice. “Workers drive the economy and the state, yet they remain deprived of fair treatment when accessing offices, courts and public services. Workers form the majority but are continually sidelined,” he said, calling for dignity, protection and enforceable rights for the nation’s labor force.

BNP leader and freedom fighter Hasan Uddin Sarkar has called for greater emphasis on sports alongside education to combat drug abuse and promote a healthier society.

Speaking at a friendly girls’ football match held at Tongi Pilot School and Girls’ College ground, Sarkar said, “To build a drug-free society, we must prioritize sports along with studies. Regular physical activity is essential for both mental and physical well-being.”

The exhibition match featured Gazipur Haidarabad Sporting Club and Bogura Dupchachia Women’s Football Team. After a goalless draw in regulation time, the match was decided in a penalty shootout, where Gazipur Haidarabad Sporting Club clinched victory 3-2.

BNP leader Ruhul Quddus Talukder Dulu said student union election results at one or two universities will have no bearing on the upcoming national election.
“Thousands of student votes cannot compare to the will of millions in rural Bangladesh. The people are eagerly waiting to vote for BNP’s paddy-sheaf symbol under Tarique Rahman’s leadership,” he said.
Dulu added that BNP leaders and activists have faced the harshest repression, arrests, enforced disappearances, and killings over the past 17 years, but people have not forgotten the injustices under Awami League rule.
He expressed confidence that BNP would return to power with a sweeping victory.

Islami Chhatra Shibir President Zahidul Islam warned that if JUCSU results are not announced swiftly, Jahangirnagar University students will reclaim their rights just as they did in July.
He accused the administration of attempting to derail the election through slow counting and “partisan political games.”
“Our clear message: results must be declared promptly in line with students’ votes. Otherwise, the university administration—and even the interim government—will be held accountable,” Zahidul stated.

BNP leader Abdul Awal Mintoo has declared that Tarique Rahman will return to Bangladesh once the date for the 13th National Parliamentary Election is officially announced.

Speaking to reporters, Mintoo emphasized that the outcome of university student union elections has no bearing on the upcoming national polls. “BNP is a large democratic party that firmly believes in the people’s right to vote and in democracy itself,” he said.

Raising concerns about governance, Mintoo noted that questions about the government’s legitimacy cast a shadow over the election process. He criticized the deteriorating law-and-order situation, pointing to incidents of mob justice and politically motivated blame-shifting.

While acknowledging that some BNP activists had been involved in misconduct, Mintoo said, “We have already expelled three to four thousand leaders and workers from the party for such activities.”

Student organization Islami Chhatra Shibir has stood by the family of journalist Tariqul Shibli, who passed away while covering the Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU) election. The group handed over a cash grant of Tk 200,000 to his family.

GS SM Forhad, speaking at the handover, remembered Tariqul as a dedicated reporter and shared the poignant words of the journalist’s elder child. “My son Ayat, who is four years old, told me during a long conversation, ‘Allah has taken my father and put him in a beautiful place. Since my father will not return, I’ll look after and care for my mother and little sister Azmine,’” Forhad said, expressing both sorrow and admiration for the child’s composure. He added that the organization will support the family as far as possible.

The cheque was handed over in the presence of newly elected DUCSU president Sadiq Kayem and GS SM Forhad.

BNP leader Abdul Moyeen Khan declared the fall of what he termed “Awami autocracy” during a street rally in Sadurbazar, Palash upazila, Narsingdi.
“Through the united movement of students and the people, we are free again. The Awami League, without accountability, looted hundreds of billions and bankrupted the nation,” he alleged.

Islami Chhatra Shibir organized a protest rally in Shahbagh demanding the immediate release of JUCSU and hall union election results.
Meanwhile, the Chief Election Commissioner assured that manpower has been increased to accelerate the process and expressed hope that results would be announced by tonight.
The elections, held after 34 years, have kept the entire campus in suspense. Proctor Zakir Ahmed explained that the delay was caused by switching from OMR to manual counting, which requires more time to ensure accuracy.

Chief Election Commissioner Prof. Md. Moniruzzaman announced that results of the JUCSU and 21 hall union elections will be declared tonight after vote counting is completed.
“Counting began at 9 PM last night. So far, 19 out of 21 halls have been counted. Additional manpower has been deployed to speed up the process, and counting is being conducted transparently in front of candidates’ agents,” he said.
He noted that while the commission cannot specify an exact time, results may be released late at night.

Arjun Singh, former BJP MP, has called for a mass uprising in West Bengal similar to the recent youth-led revolt in Nepal.
Referring to Nepal’s ongoing unrest, Singh said: “The way Nepal’s young generation has stood up against corruption is a powerful example. Bengal’s youth must also rise with similar courage.”
His remarks have sparked controversy, with critics accusing him of making inflammatory statements that could incite violence in the state and even issuing threats against Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.

Mazharul Islam, the General Secretary candidate from the Jamaat-e-Islami student wing–backed “Combined Student Alliance” panel, has given an ultimatum for the Jahangirnagar University Central Students’ Union (JUCSU) election results to be announced by Friday.
He warned: “If the results are not declared, we will take the strongest possible stance. No attempt to derail this election will be allowed.”
Mazharul alleged that BNP-backed teachers and JCD leaders are conspiring to stall vote counting under various pretexts, calling the decision to exclude OMR from counting “illogical and inhumane.” He further claimed that aggressive actions by JCD disrupted the voting atmosphere.
“This campus belongs to the students, not any teachers’ group or political party. After 33 years, students finally got a JUCSU election, and they must be allowed to exercise their rights,” he asserted.