Abu Hanif of the Gano Adhikar Parishad warned that if the government fails to prosecute the Awami League for the July Uprising massacres and ban the party, protestors may be forced to lay siege to the Chief Adviser’s Office. He accused the AL of spreading misinformation from India and operating as a “terrorist group” domestically. Hanif emphasized the need for reforms that permanently block the return of fascism.

BNP leader Syed Emran Saleh Prince highlighted the role of mosques beyond prayer, calling them platforms for education, community activities, and collective crisis management. He urged support for mosque construction and promised that if BNP returns to power, it would actively support mosques, madrasas, and religious institutions, while promoting religious values and culture.

At a protest rally, Khelafat Majlis Secretary General Dr. Ahmad Abdul Kader criticized the Women’s Reform Commission, claiming that around 10 of its proposals directly contradict Quranic teachings. These include proposals to abolish Muslim inheritance laws, establish a uniform family law across all religions, allow wives to accuse husbands of marital rape, and recognize sex workers as laborers. He demanded the immediate dissolution of the commission in the interest of Islam, national integrity, and women’s welfare.

Saiful Haque, General Secretary of the Revolutionary Workers Party, warned that delays in reforms and elections could lead to further instability and squander collective national achievements. He emphasized the necessity of a strong political government and called for elections to be held before the end of the year if there is genuine political will.

BNP leader Ruhul Kabir Rizvi expressed concern that although there has been some relief, the “voices of fascism” are occasionally resurfacing, posing significant danger. He criticized the government for not shutting down businesses run by Sheikh Hasina’s associates, suggesting that the administration instead manages or takes over these enterprises to protect workers. Rizvi also questioned why Justice Khairul Haque has not been arrested for actions that allegedly paved the way for authoritarianism.

Speaking at a Shahidi rally, NCP leader Sarjis Alam criticized the government’s double standards, noting that when the Awami League perpetrated violence during events like Shapla Chattar, Pilkhana, and the July massacres, “Western perspectives” were nowhere to be found. He warned that the younger generation would not tolerate manipulation and could overthrow any regime built on their blood and sacrifices.

Billal Hossain, father of Adviser Asif Mahmud, expressed deep regret over acquiring a contractor’s license. He said, “If I had known my son would face public criticism because of me, I would never have done it.” He claimed he was unaware that headmasters were prohibited from engaging in contracting and said he issued the license only to help local unemployed youths, though he never personally used it.

JSD President ASM Abdur Rob urged the government to announce a comprehensive roadmap addressing fundamental political reforms and the national election. Stressing the need for a National Charter based on broad constitutional consensus, he warned that delays or half-hearted measures could deepen political divisions and instability.

BNP leader Ruhul Quddus Talukdar Dulu alleged that the highest number of land grabs targeting Hindu communities occurred during the Awami League’s tenure.
He claimed that Hindus were safest during BNP rule from 1991–1996 and 2001–2006, but have suffered since 2008.
Dulu emphasized BNP’s commitment to communal harmony and recalled personally protecting Hindu neighborhoods in Natore during recent unrest following Sheikh Hasina’s ouster.

During an all-party meeting on Thursday, the BJP-led Indian government admitted to security lapses that led to the deadly Pehelgam attack.
Opposition leaders questioned the absence of central security forces and the delayed response time.
The government explained that local authorities had reopened the tourist zone of Baisaran without informing national security agencies.
While infrastructure challenges were cited as reasons for delayed deployment, opposition parties voiced support for further scrutiny of security protocols.

BNP Standing Committee Member Iqbal Hasan Mahmud Tuku declared that compromising with the Awami League is impossible, even if compromise with the devil were considered.
He accused the Awami League of plundering the country over the last 16 years under Sheikh Hasina’s rule.
Tuku warned that Awami League loyalists in government jobs should not be given further opportunities and called for resistance against them.

Jamaat leader Nurul Islam Bulbul said that without justice and reforms, upcoming elections will be nothing more than a change in leadership.
He urged that local government elections be held before the national polls, in line with the Chief Adviser’s commitments.
Bulbul emphasized Jamaat’s vision for a welfare state with no discrimination based on religion, ethnicity, or social class.

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman called on the Election Commission to conduct local elections before the national parliamentary polls to prove its credibility.
He warned that if the same corrupt practices from past elections persist, the bloodshed will have been in vain.
Dr. Rahman also reiterated Jamaat’s commitment to building a just, corruption-free nation, based on equal rights for all citizens, regardless of religion or political affiliation, grounded in the principles of the Qur’an.

The National Revolutionary Council organized a protest after Friday prayers at the north gate of Baitul Mukarram Mosque, condemning ongoing Hindutva violence against Muslims across India.
Mohammad Shamsuddin, addressing the crowd, criticized India for aligning with Israel in the genocide of Palestinian Muslims while simultaneously stripping Indian Muslims of religious properties through conspiracies like the Waqf Bill.
He accused the Modi government of failing to calm rising Muslim anger and blamed Muslims for the recent killing of 27 tourists in Kashmir—a tactic he said was used to deflect from state failures. Protesters called for the independence of Kashmir, Palestine, and Arakan as protection for oppressed Muslims.

Renowned activist and actor Ilias Kanchan has announced the formation of a new political party, ‘Janata Party Bangladesh,’ pledging to work for the country with honesty and dedication. As chairman, he stated, “Just as I have previously served the people of this country with sincerity, I will continue to do so through this party.”

Highlighting the lack of support from previous governments during the Safe Roads Movement, Kanchan emphasized the need for genuine political will and cooperation from the current administration.

Party Secretary General Shawkat Mahmud said the Janata Party aims to be a centrist force rooted in liberal democracy. He stressed that the party will take a firm stance against authoritarianism. Calling for a new national unity, he described the “July Revolution Charter” as essential for the future of the nation.