BNP leader Salahuddin Tuku stated that the previous fascist regime destroyed electoral politics and democracy. “People must reclaim their right to vote and their democracy,” he said. “Under Tareq Rahman's leadership, we aim to return power to the people.” Tuku also reiterated that it was Ziaur Rahman who first declared Bangladesh’s independence and shifted the country from a one-party system to multi-party democracy, working tirelessly for citizens’ rights and welfare.

Three police officers and an Ansar member have been arrested in Bogura with 850 Yaba pills. Detective Branch (DB) police conducted the operation on Thursday. A narcotics case has been filed against them. Superintendent of Police Zaidan Al Musa stated, “The force will not take responsibility for individual misconduct.” One officer has been suspended, and disciplinary reports for the others have been sent for further action.

Barisal’s district unit of Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (BNP's student wing) has announced partial committees for six colleges in Muladi Upazila, sparking outrage. Grassroots activists allege that the committees include non-students and members from rival student organizations like Chhatra League and Bangabandhu Chhatra Parishad. For example, in Char Kalekhan Adarsha College, the newly appointed vice president Al Amin was previously the finance secretary of Bangabandhu Chhatra Parishad, and general secretary Maruf Billah was an active Chhatra League member, despite reportedly not being a current student.

BNP leader Abu Naser Mohammad Rahmatullah has claimed that no Bangladeshi leader has ever matched the integrity and patriotism of Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman. “Whenever Bangladesh faced a crisis, Ziaur Rahman emerged as the savior,” he said. “In his absence, Begum Khaleda Zia fulfilled that role, and for the past 17 years, Tareq Rahman has led the struggle to restore voting rights and democracy in the country.” Rahmatullah emphasized that under Tareq Rahman's leadership, Bangladesh will move forward.

Speaking at a memorial for Ziaur Rahman’s death anniversary, BNP leader Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury said, “Nothing can be implemented without an elected government. We urgently need one.” He stressed that the solution to Bangladesh’s problems lies within the country, not outside. “Let us stop looking abroad. The solution is with the people of Bangladesh. Reforms and justice are secondary—first, we must empower the people,” he stated. He called on party members to accelerate their efforts to build a Bangladesh guided by the visions of Zia and Khaleda Zia.

BNP leader Gayeshwar Chandra Roy accused the authorities of stalling over the national elections. Speaking at a public gathering, he demanded that elections be held by December without further delay. “People want immediate, fair, and impartial elections—not more talks of reform,” he said. He warned that the July uprising would fail unless democratic rights were restored through a credible vote. Roy also emphasized the sacrifices of Begum Khaleda Zia and reiterated that Ziaur Rahman’s ideals are the BNP’s core inspiration.

Baisakhi Islam Barsha (18), a leader of the anti-discrimination student movement, was brutally assaulted on a road in Nagarkanda, Faridpur. A video of the incident went viral, showing BNP supporters dragging her by the hair and physically abusing her. Police attempting to arrest the attackers were also attacked. Among the assailants were Sekan Gazi and Sohag Gazi, former followers of Awami League leader Advocate Jamal Mia, who are now reportedly affiliated with BNP and accused of continued acts of oppression.

Chattogram Metropolitan Jamaat-e-Islami has expelled Akash Chowdhury after he was seen kicking a woman during a student protest organized by the Democratic Student Alliance. The party condemned the incident as "unacceptable and disgraceful" and stated it had no organizational involvement in the May 28 demonstration held outside the Chattogram Press Club. Jamaat clarified that the party did not instruct any members to join the event and holds individuals accountable for their actions.

BNP leader Aminul Haque visited flood-affected areas in Pallabi where nearly 3,000 families have been trapped indoors due to severe waterlogging caused by recent rainfall. He personally distributed cooked meals, dry food, and clean drinking water among the victims. “Ziaur Rahman always stood by the people, and we are following in his footsteps. To overcome the current political crisis, we must be inspired by the ideals of Shaheed Zia,” he stated. In observance of Zia’s death anniversary, Aminul also led relief efforts in several other parts of Dhaka.

At a street rally in Gobindaganj, Gaibandha, political activist Sarjis Alam claimed that Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina fled the country due to an existential crisis triggered by the people’s uprising in July.

“If only students had taken to the streets, a revolution wouldn’t have been possible. It happened because ordinary people rose up,” he stated. He urged the public not to compromise with those who abuse power. “Support those who represent your community, those with integrity and acceptance, those who don’t extort or exploit power—elect them with your votes,” he concluded.

JAGPA spokesperson Rashed Pradhan has called for sweeping reforms before the upcoming national election, demanding the removal of Awami League loyalists from government and administrative bodies.

“There can be no true democracy without free, fair, and neutral elections,” he said. “But if the pursuit of power overshadows the need for reform and justice, it will be a tragedy.” He stressed the need to create an environment free from Indian interference and called for the prosecution of Sheikh Hasina, her allies, and all entities complicit in fascism. “We need not just an electoral roadmap, but a roadmap for reform and justice to build the future of Bangladesh,” he added.

Responding to the Chief Adviser’s recent comments, the 12-Party Alliance stated that not just one group but all patriotic democratic parties in the country demand that the general elections be held this December. "Only a free, fair, and credible election can ensure the country's liberation and path to progress—history has repeatedly proven this," the alliance said.

The coalition alleged that the Chief Adviser is attempting to delay the election process by aligning with fringe, anti-liberation, and fundamentalist parties lacking public support. "Dr. Muhammad Yunus must understand that rhetorical maneuvering won’t secure his seat, nor will staged resignations. The public sees through his theatrics," the statement added. The alliance also questioned the legitimacy of the Advisory Council’s absence from the country’s ongoing pro-democracy movement.

BNP leader Mirza Abbas has alleged that Dr. Muhammad Yunus is personally opposed to holding elections, not just a specific political party. Abbas said BNP wanted elections in December and Dr. Yunus himself admitted that only one party supported it. He criticized the government for importing foreign advisers under the guise of reform, contrasting this with Ziaur Rahman’s homegrown policies. “Dr. Yunus doesn’t want an election—he wants to avoid accountability,” Abbas stated.

Speaking after paying tribute at Ziaur Rahman’s grave, BNP’s Salahuddin Ahmed stated that all opposition parties have consistently urged the Chief Adviser for early elections. He criticized the Chief Adviser for wrongly stating that only one party wants elections in December, adding that all allies in the joint opposition movement share this demand. Salahuddin also vowed to bring Sheikh Hasina and her party to justice and build a democratic, egalitarian Bangladesh.

NCP leader Akhter Hossain has accused the Jatiya Party of enabling authoritarianism by acting as a “domesticated opposition.” He claimed the party has long worked to destabilize Bangladeshi politics and should face legal consequences for participating in rigged elections that have undermined democracy. Akhter demanded accountability not just from the Awami League but also from Jatiya Party for their roles in eroding democratic norms.