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.”

Despite a 10 AM ultimatum on Wednesday for Ishraq Hossain to be sworn in as DSCC Mayor, no action was taken. Following threats to lock down Dhaka, supporters took positions in key areas including Matsya Bhaban, Kakrail, and near the Secretariat. Protests also continue for the seventh consecutive day inside and outside the City Corporation office. Meanwhile, a court hearing on a writ petition to block Ishraq’s swearing-in concluded this morning, with a verdict expected by noon.

The National Coordination Platform (NCP) has served a show-cause notice to Abdul Hannan Masud, accusing him of facilitating the release of three individuals detained for allegedly creating unrest in Dhanmondi under the guise of being ‘coordinators’. One of the detainees had been previously expelled from BOIBC for moral misconduct. In response, Hannan Masud claimed he intervened at the request of the DMP Commissioner and mediated the matter upon administrative appeal since no formal complaint had been filed.

BNP leader Ishraq Hossain stated in a Facebook post, “Even if they come to my residence to administer the oath, it won’t change anything.” He highlighted two key demands: all political party representatives in the interim government must resign immediately, and any court decision must be implemented lawfully, regardless of whom it favors. Notably, Ishraq's supporters have been staging continuous protests for six consecutive days demanding that he be sworn in as the Mayor of Dhaka South City Corporation.

Protesters demanding the swearing-in of Ishraque Hossain as mayor have issued an ultimatum: administer the oath by 10 AM on Wednesday or face a complete city shutdown. Former secretary Mashiur Rahman warned that harsher action, including halting garbage collection, would follow if the demand is not met. The City Corporation Employees Union announced that all civic services—including waste management, sanitation, and power-related services—would be suspended from Wednesday morning unless the demand is fulfilled.

BNP leader Professor Nargis Begum declared that the people of Bangladesh no longer wish to see delays or manipulations regarding elections. “The future of the country must be built according to the people’s vision, and their voting rights must be restored immediately,” she said. Calling for a peaceful and fair election environment, she added, “BNP has never compromised the interest of the people. For the past 17 years, we have stood firm against the fascist regime of Sheikh Hasina. Our movement will end with the restoration of people’s voting rights.”

Around midnight on Sunday, two young men were standing by the roadside in Central Road under New Market police station when two others on a motorcycle approached them. In a sudden and brutal attack, three individuals began assaulting one of the youths. One assailant knocked him to the ground and repeatedly stabbed him with a knife before fleeing the scene. The victim has been identified as Saif Hossain Munna, a BNP activist. He is currently receiving treatment at the National Institute of Traumatology and Orthopaedic Rehabilitation (Pangu Hospital). A case has been filed. Police have named the attackers as MC Shuvo, Rana, and Mobarak—three individuals who arrived on two motorcycles.

Three anti-discrimination activists detained in Dhanmondi over allegations of inciting a mob and verbally attacking a publisher were released into the custody of NCP leader Hannan Masud. Dhanmondi Police OC Kayshenu confirmed that the decision was made after a senior coordinator and family members intervened. The released individuals are Saiful Islam Rabbi (Convenor, Mohammadpur), Afarhan Sarkar Dinar (Senior Joint Secretary, Dhaka Metropolitan Unit), and Md. Ullah Jisan. The anti-discrimination platform later announced Rabbi’s removal from his organizational role due to alleged moral misconduct.

Gano Adhikar Parishad held a protest demanding the removal and arrest of DNCC Administrator Mohammad Ejaz, whom they accuse of having links to the banned extremist group Hizb-ut Tahrir. The protest took place Tuesday afternoon in front of the DNCC office. Advisor Asif Mahmud claimed Ejaz’s appointment is a betrayal of the martyrs. Leader Farooq Hassan issued a 48-hour ultimatum to the government, warning that if Ejaz is not removed and arrested by then, a mass blockade of the Jamuna area would follow on Saturday.

The Nationalist Citizen Party (NCP) has announced a protest rally in front of the Election Commission (EC) office on Wednesday, demanding electoral reforms and local elections. Party convener Nahid Islam accused the EC of bias and said they could not trust it to conduct fair elections. He stated that the political direction after August 5 appeared engineered to gear up for national elections. He reiterated that local elections are urgently needed. On recent controversies, he clarified that NCP has no links with DNCC administrator Ejaz, calling for a proper investigation into the allegations against him.

BNP leader Nazrul Islam Khan stressed that restoring democracy is now a pressing need. “There are political and social forces that want to delay the democratic process for their own interests,” he said. He reiterated that BNP has no objections to holding local elections under a caretaker government but emphasized that such a government must also oversee the national elections first. “It's not technically feasible otherwise,” he said. He also called for justice against those who aided the authoritarian regime and demanded both reform and swift national elections.

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir warned that a dark shadow has fallen over Bangladesh's path to democracy. “A conspiracy is underway to delay elections and distance the people from the process through a renewed politics of division,” he said. “Institutions are being turned against each other. The government is deliberately creating internal discord.” He urged BNP members to remain vigilant and stand firm against all conspiracies. “We must not let the country’s independence and sovereignty be compromised,” he added.