Around 30 leaders of the Kishoreganj District Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, led by Joint Convener Md. Mashrafee Mortoza, have joined Chhatra Dal. Mortoza, who identifies as a believer in nationalist ideology, said he was appointed Joint Convener due to his contributions during the July–August uprising. “We have resigned and joined the Chhatra Dal to work under its ideals,” he said.

BNP leaders and activists staged an overnight sit-in at Kakrail intersection in front of Jamuna, demanding that party leader Ishraq Hossain be appointed as the new DSCC mayor. The protest began Wednesday evening under Ishraq’s leadership, resulting in a total traffic halt across Hair Road, Matsya Bhaban, and Circuit House areas. Protesters said they would maintain the demonstration until the high court's verdict on Thursday. "If the ruling goes against us, we will launch tougher movements," Ishraq warned, adding, “I will not leave until the demand is met.”

BNP leader Dr. Abdul Moin Khan has issued a stern warning to the interim government, urging it to uphold democracy and press freedom or face being forgotten in history. “We believe in freedom of the press. Just look at the state of journalism during the past 16 years under Awami League,” he said.

He reminded the public that the National Press Club was established by President Ziaur Rahman, symbolizing media independence. “Reform, elections, and democracy are not mutually exclusive. They must exist together,” Moin Khan stressed, calling for unity while rejecting authoritarianism.

Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) President Col. (Retd.) Dr. Oli Ahmed has urged the interim government to act as a government for all Bangladeshis, not merely as representatives of the National Consensus Platform (NCP). Speaking to the press, he alleged that India has always sought a favorable government in Dhaka—from Sheikh Mujibur Rahman to the current ruling party—and even claimed that Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was involved in the assassination of President Ziaur Rahman.

He also warned the interim authority not to unilaterally decide on humanitarian corridors or other major policies without wider consultation, saying it could backfire politically.

Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) has accused Nurul Haque Nur of causing disruption at their office after allegedly pressuring officials to award a contract to a preferred contractor. DNCC says Nur phoned Additional Chief Engineer Mohammad Arifur Rahman on May 18, threatening to lock down the office if his demands weren't met.

In response, Nur and the Gano Adhikar Parishad denied the allegations, claiming the real issue was the administration's refusal to award a contract to the highest bidder—one of their members—without demanding a commission. They further alleged that DNCC Administrator Mohammad Ejaz is linked to the banned outfit Hizb ut-Tahrir and is unfit to hold such a sensitive post.

Police have arrested three more suspects in connection with the murder of Shahriar Alam Samyo, a Dhaka University student and Chhatra Dal leader. The arrests were made on Tuesday night, though the suspects’ identities have not yet been disclosed. Earlier, three individuals were arrested on May 14 in the same case. Samyo, a student of the Institute of Education and Research (2018–19 session), was stabbed to death at Suhrawardy Udyan.

Speaking at a protest rally in Kakrail, Ishraq Hossain said, “The Election Commission is a sovereign institution—its decisions must be respected.” Expressing disappointment, he said that even after forming a new party, parts of the group remain aligned with the current regime, preventing a truly neutral government. He accused the government of conspiring to obstruct BNP’s participation in elections and interfering with the judiciary. “Can we expect fair elections under such a regime? Do we want another authoritarian government?” he asked, demanding the resignation of advisers Asif Mahmud Sajeeb Bhuiyan and Mahfuz Alam.

BNP leader Abdus Salam has demanded that Ishraque Hossain be immediately installed as mayor. “For the past seven days, Dhaka city BNP leaders have been demanding that Ishraque assume the mayoral role. Why is the government pushing the country toward uncertainty over a simple matter?” he asked. “A few advisers should not cause the government to fail,” he warned. “The court has ruled, the Election Commission has published the gazette. So whose interest is being hurt by Ishraque assuming office?” Salam said the EC gazette is still valid, questioning why the mayoral handover has not happened. He also slammed plans to lease Chattogram port to foreign companies and establish a humanitarian corridor for the Rohingya, calling them betrayals of national sovereignty.

Bagchas convener Abu Bakr Mojumder has issued a three-point demand: no national election should be held before student union elections; all vice-chancellors, proctors, and administrative officials appointed or nominated through Mirza Fakhrul Islam and Wahiduddin Mahmud must resign before Eid-ul-Adha; and a clear roadmap for student union elections across educational institutions and campuses must be declared. He warned that if these demands are not met, the movement will escalate beyond campuses to the streets. “A national election will not take place before student union elections,” he asserted.

NCP leader Nasiruddin Patwari accused several advisers of aligning with BNP interests, stating, “Asif Nazrul is stalling the July Declaration — betraying the blood of the people. Without issuing the declaration, you won’t be able to remain in the country.” Patwari warned that advisers acting as BNP spokespeople would be forced to resign. He specifically named Economic Adviser Dr. Wahiduddin Mahmud and Finance Adviser Salehuddin Ahmed, accusing them of working to destabilize Bangladesh’s economy. He also claimed the Legal Adviser is trying to dismantle the Ministry of Law. Patwari added that without reconstituting the Election Commission, NCP will not allow any elections, accusing the current EC of acting as a BNP office. “BNP talks big using Awami League’s money,” he said, claiming that BNP has even shut down city corporation offices using those funds. “The Mujib-era constitution will not be tolerated,” he declared.

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court has dismissed a case filed against BNP leader Mirza Abbas over alleged irregularities in the allocation of a government plot. The case, filed on March 6, 2014, accused Abbas and three others of unlawfully allocating a seven-acre plot in Mirpur-8 to the Dhaka Journalists' Cooperative Society in 2006, during his tenure as Housing and Public Works Minister. The decision brings an end to years of legal proceedings against the senior BNP leader.

NCP’s Dhaka North unit has announced that its protest will continue until Chief Election Commissioner A.M.M. Nasir Uddin and four other commissioners resign. At a rally demanding EC restructuring and local government elections, Saiful Islam said, “This commission was hastily and controversially formed. It must go.” Al Amin Tutul added, “Brother Ishraq should not cause public suffering by locking the city building. We are not protesting to validate an illegal election. They threaten to drown us in urine, but where were they for the past 16 years? They couldn’t even move a single sand truck.”

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has questioned Tuhin Farabi, former personal aide to a health advisor, and Dr. Mahmudul Hasan regarding corruption allegations. Gazi Salauddin Tanvir, recently granted temporary release from his post as NCP Joint Secretary, was also summoned and interrogated. Although Tuhin and Dr. Mahmudul were expected to appear the previous day, they attended the ACC’s Dhaka headquarters on Wednesday. Interrogation is currently ongoing.

The Nationalist Citizens’ Party (NCP) staged a protest on Wednesday at 11:45 AM in front of the Election Commission (EC) headquarters in Agargaon, demanding the reformation of the EC and the immediate holding of local government elections. Tight five-layer security was deployed in the area. NCP convenor Md. Nahid Islam accused the current EC of bias, stating, “We no longer have faith in this commission. It must be restructured immediately.” He also called for the announcement of dates for both constituent assembly and national elections.

BNP leader Ishraq Hossain has urged advisors Asif Mahmud and Mahfuz Alam to resign from all government roles, citing democratic principles and political decorum. In a public statement, Ishraq said, "Since you are affiliated with political parties and may be directly involved in future elections, it is only logical to step down." He encouraged them to follow the example of Nahid Islam, who resigned to avoid conflict of interest. Referring to others like Sarjees Alam and Hasnat Abdullah, he said, "They could have accepted ministerial roles but chose politics instead." Ishraq added, “If you cling to power, you’ll be expected to provide undue advantages to your party members. You’ll break the jackfruit, but others will enjoy the fruit.”