GOP leader Rashed Khan criticized the government's decision to rename "Shaheed Tajuddin Ahmad Government Degree College" to "Kapasia Government Degree College." In a statement, he said, “This is an unjustified move. Tajuddin Ahmad, Bangladesh’s first Prime Minister, made invaluable contributions to the nation. Disrespecting his legacy will not erase his name from history.” He further wrote, “Everyone must be given their due place in history. Even Sheikh Mujib oppressed and marginalized Tajuddin Ahmad — he must not be dishonored again.”

Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD) leader Nasir Uddin Nasir criticized Islami Chhatra Shibir, saying they have only participated in campaigns to free their own leaders over the past 15 and a half years, rather than engaging in broader democratic movements. He alleged that since August 5, Shibir has started occupying campuses and carried out attacks, including on a peaceful rally at Rajshahi University and on a female student in Chattogram. They also reportedly attempted to attack a leftist rally at Dhaka University. Nasir added that in KUET, when JCD sought to practice politics openly, Shibir created mob pressure to remove the Vice-Chancellor. He urged against misleading politics conducted in secrecy.

The NCP has withdrawn a show-cause notice issued to party leader Abdul Hannan Masud for helping release three individuals detained in Dhanmondi for allegedly inciting mob unrest. In his response, Masud acknowledged the mistake. The incident had sparked criticism, especially since the students involved had been previously suspended by an anti-discrimination student movement. The party clarified its decision in a press release.

NCP leader Abdul Hannan Masud stated that the Appellate Division’s observation—that the Election Commission acted with bias and failed in its constitutional duties—invalidates any national election held under the current EC after July. Masud demanded the commission's resignation, accusing it of betraying the public by serving a particular group rather than the nation. The Appellate Division had earlier said that the EC should decide whether Ishraq Hossain should be sworn in as mayor.

NCP leader Tasnim Zara shared her experience of participating in over 25 rallies in Chattogram over three days. “Everywhere we went, the crowd kept growing,” she said. She recalled seeing a young boy, around seven or eight, watching from a building balcony in Bahaddarhat. “When I said we want to build a country where this child can grow up safely and fulfill his potential, his family lifted him up and the crowd applauded.” She announced that she is resuming her campaign today with a road rally in Mohammadpur alongside convener Nahid Islam.

Supporters of BNP leader Ishraq Hossain gathered again outside Nagar Bhaban demanding he be officially handed over the mayoral duties of Dhaka South City Corporation. Protesters claim that Advisor Asif is conspiring to prevent Ishraq from taking the oath. They announced they will continue their sit-in until the oath is administered. The protest began on the 14th of this month, with a 48-hour pause in between.

Following the Chattogram incident, Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman stated that the party will not take responsibility for any actions taken outside official policy or discipline. “No leniency will be shown to anyone violating party discipline—regardless of their position,” he wrote. He urged all members to strictly adhere to the party’s decisions and ethos, warning that disciplinary actions will be taken in any instance of deviation.

SM Farhad, President of Dhaka University’s Islami Chhatra Shibir unit, demanded the immediate arrest and trial of those responsible for attacking a woman during a protest in Chattogram. In a Facebook post, he warned, “Undemocratic behavior will not be tolerated in post-July Bangladesh.” The incident occurred during a human chain organized by the Democratic Student Alliance in front of Chattogram Press Club protesting the acquittal of Jamaat leader ATM Azharul Islam. At least 8 to 10 activists were injured, including a woman who was kicked, a moment that has since gone viral on social media.

Bangladeshi army personnel have rescued five businessmen who were held captive and tortured in a makeshift torture cell at a student hostel in Sajiara village, within Magura’s municipal area. The captors were demanding a ransom of 1 million taka. One suspect, identified as Ishtiaq Ahmed Shanto—reportedly the nephew of a BNP leader—has been detained. Sources say Shanto lured the businessmen to the location on Tuesday evening and held them hostage. When they said they couldn’t afford the ransom, he, along with 7–8 accomplices, allegedly tortured them throughout Tuesday night and intermittently on Wednesday.

Two leaders—a BNP convenor and a student activist from the Anti-Discrimination Movement—were released on bail a day after being arrested for allegedly extorting money at the Kurigram’s Jatrapur market without official lease documents. BNP leader Mahabubur Rahman and activist Alomgir Hossain were detained by army personnel. Reports indicate they attempted to collect tolls without prior approval or official paperwork, prompting their arrest after complaints.

Two leaders from the Dhaka University branch of the Bangladesh Islami Chhatri Sangstha submitted a memorandum to the Vice-Chancellor demanding improved safety, housing, healthcare, and other essential services for female students. The delegation, led by President Sabikun Nahar Tamanna and Secretary Afsana Akter, met the VC to voice their concerns. Tamanna noted that their organization had been unable to operate on campus due to state repression, but they are now rebuilding their structure following central directives issued after August 5.

Chhatra Jote held a protest in Chattogram against the acquittal of ATM Azhar in a war crimes case. During Wednesday afternoon’s demonstration, six were injured in an alleged attack by Islami Chhatra Shibir. While Chhatra Jote blamed Shibir, the latter claimed it was a clash between pro- and anti-Shahbagh groups. A viral video shows a man, identified as Akash Choudhury, kicking a woman and a man from behind. Photos of him with Jamaat leader Shahjahan Choudhury have surfaced on social media.

Speaking at a street rally in Parbatipur, Dinajpur, Sargis Alam said Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina exemplifies how a person can become worse over time. “No one should be allowed to turn from Hasina to killer Hasina,” he said. Emphasizing the need to unite against corruption, injustice, disappearances, and murders, Alam called for the next election to uproot fascist collaborators. He urged voters to elect candidates based on merit and service, not just party symbols, and warned against the ongoing exploitation of the legal system for personal gain.

Mahmudur Rahman Manna, President of Nagorik Oikya, stated that Bangladeshis want free and fair local government elections and warned against power vacuums at the grassroots. Criticizing local political leaders for engaging in extortion and land grabbing, Manna said if politics can run without extortion in Europe and America, it can in Bangladesh too. Regarding the current situation in Myanmar's Rakhine State, he warned that the absence of authority and the creation of a humanitarian corridor could lead to instability. He urged the government to remain vigilant about ongoing protest movements and to respect legitimate public demands.

BNP leader Dr. Khandaker Mosharraf Hossain accused the government of plotting both domestically and internationally to delay the upcoming general election. Speaking at a Nayapaltan rally, he said the current regime has already served ten months but has taken no meaningful steps to restore voting rights and democracy. “If the election is delayed further, we will confront this conspiracy with the power of our youth,” he declared, calling for prompt electoral reforms and an election before December.