BNP leader Aminul Haque has accused certain advisers in the current government of illegally amassing wealth through corruption and using it to benefit their families. “These corrupt advisers must resign; the public no longer wants to see them in power,” he said. While acknowledging the chief adviser’s reputation, he emphasized that only the people of Bangladesh have the right to decide who governs next. He reiterated BNP’s call for a free, fair, and impartial election to restore a people’s government.

Hasnat Abdullah stated, “After reclaiming power from fascist forces at the cost of so much blood and sacrifice, our foremost duty was to ensure justice for the fallen. Yet, mysteriously, that process has stalled.” In a strongly-worded message, he accused the interim government of delaying justice and said, “The regime cannot move forward without prosecuting Hasina, and even Asif Nazrul must answer for his complicity.” Remembering fallen comrade Shahid Hasan, he added, “Each funeral is a new oath. We will neither forget nor stop.”

In Kamalnagar, Lakshmipur, local supporters of the ruling Awami League forcibly snatched party leader Ashraf Uddin Rajon Raju from police custody while he was still handcuffed. ASI Pradip Chandra Das had arrested Raju on Saturday when a large crowd of men and women gathered and started protesting. Amid the chaos, the demonstrators freed Raju, who then fled the scene. Kamalnagar’s OC Mohammad Touhidul Islam later arrived and helped safely escort the besieged officers from the area.

Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) Administrator Mohammad Ejaz announced that homes in Gulshan, Banani, and surrounding areas that discharge sewage directly into lakes and water bodies will be marked with red paint. He emphasized that every home must have a septic tank as per RAJUK regulations. The DNCC will also begin a post-Eid eviction drive to clear illegal encroachments from roads and sidewalks. Additionally, waste management responsibilities in areas like Gulshan, Banani, Baridhara, and Niketan will be reassigned to local housing societies.

A torchlight procession demanding justice for the murder of Dhaka University student and Chhatra Dal leader Shahriar Alam Samya was held by a coalition of leftist student organizations and anti-violence student activists. Protesters called for the resignation of the university’s Vice Chancellor and Proctor, chanting slogans like "Justice for Samya," "Two murders in nine months – VC and Proctor must go," and "Our brother is in the grave, why are the killers still free?" Earlier on Saturday, the university administration issued a statement promising swift resolution of the case.

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has frozen 35 bank accounts linked to journalist Munni Saha and her affiliates, totaling Tk 181.6 million. According to CID’s Special Superintendent of Police (Media), Jasim Uddin Khan, the accounts belong to Saha, her husband Kabir Hossain, and their associated individuals and organizations. The CID alleges that the couple misused their journalistic platform to illegally earn money through influence, fraud, and extortion. The illicit funds were reportedly laundered through these accounts. The freeze follows an investigation by the CID’s Financial Crime Unit.

Chief Prosecutor Tajul Islam announced that formal charges have been prepared in a war crimes case involving atrocities committed in Dhaka’s Chan Kharpul area during the July uprising. The charges are expected to be submitted to the International Crimes Tribunal on Sunday, marking the first formal case since the tribunal’s restructuring after the uprising. Tajul also revealed that the investigation has concluded in the Ashulia murder case, where six bodies were reportedly burned after the killings. The final report is expected to be submitted to the prosecution on Sunday.

GOP President Nurul Haque Nur said his party does not call for the resignation of Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus but urged the removal of controversial advisers to restore democratic integrity. Nur claimed that internal divisions have emerged within the July alliance and that Yunus has grown impatient with student protesters. “While we demand justice for the massacre, structural reforms, and fair elections, there has been no clear stance on the election itself,” he added. Nur criticized decisions like offering transit corridors without consulting political parties and emphasized the need for a clear electoral roadmap to overcome the crisis.

The National Coordination Party (NCP) has submitted five demands to Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus. According to convener Nahid Islam, these include: issuing the July Declaration by the set deadline, declaring all elections held during Sheikh Hasina’s tenure void, completing the rehabilitation of July’s martyrs and wounded, restructuring the Election Commission, and ensuring justice for the July massacre along with announcing a roadmap for national elections.

Sharif Osman Hadi, spokesperson for the Inqilab Manch, has called for the formation of a national government within the next few months, uniting all anti-fascist political forces. He warned that if BNP and Jamaat-e-Islami do not cooperate, they must be held accountable before the nation. The proposed national government would last 10 to 12 months. If such a government cannot be formed, he urged the creation of a National Unity Council led by Dr. Yunus, composed of party representatives with cabinet-level status who would function as watchdogs, not ministers. Hadi also highlighted growing concerns among July uprising fighters regarding the chief adviser’s position.

BNP leader Barrister Mahbub Uddin Khokon warned that if Ishraq Hossain is not sworn in as mayor of Dhaka North City Corporation by May 26, a contempt of court case will be filed against responsible authorities. He stated that, following the publication of the election gazette, the relevant ministry is constitutionally obligated to arrange the oath ceremony. Khokon also emphasized that holding a fair national election is the interim government’s primary responsibility and warned of chaos if elections are not held by December.

BNP leader Nazrul Islam Khan stated at a rally that the national election cannot be postponed simply because some parties are not yet organized. “We will not wait for them. The people will not tolerate further delays,” he said. Khan stressed the need for electoral reforms within the next three months to enable a fair election in December. At the same event, Ruhul Kabir Rizvi praised Dr. Muhammad Yunus personally but criticized the influence of Asif Mahmud, warning against foreign control over the Chattogram port and corridors.

The first funeral prayer for Mohammad Hasan, a martyr of the July uprising, was held at the Central Shaheed Minar at 10 PM on Saturday, drawing thousands of mourners. At the request of the martyr’s family, the prayer was led by Islami Chhatra Shibir’s central publication secretary, Sadiq Kayem. Several political figures, including adviser Asif Mahmud, NCP’s secretary Akhtar Hossain, Shibir's central secretary Nurul Islam Saddam, AAP Bangladesh convener Ali Ahsan Zunaid, and JCD leader Amanullah Aman, were present.

A special documentary screening and discussion event was held at Bishwo Shahitto Kendro auditorium on Saturday, commemorating the 49th anniversary of the historic Farakka Long March led by Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani. Poet and political thinker Farhad Mazhar attended as the chief guest. Speakers emphasized the contemporary relevance of Bhashani’s philosophy on environmental protection and discussed the significance of the Farakka Long March in shaping Bangladesh’s future.

Interim government adviser Rizwana Hasan has declared that factories using underground water must pay a usage fee. This initiative aims to curb river and reservoir pollution and enforce the reuse of industrial wastewater. She also revealed that an action plan is being formulated to recover and protect four major rivers around Dhaka. "We won’t be able to complete all tasks within our tenure," she said, "but we will begin restoring the Turag River and prioritize reclaiming Gacha canal, Lobondaha, and illegally occupied forest land after August 8."