Saturday’s press briefing in Dhaka reverberated with BNP leader Tarique Rahman’s urgent directive: sustain law and order relentlessly. As the party revels in its electoral landslide, the future PM called for nationwide collaboration in national revival.
With 209 seats secured in the February 12 elections, BNP’s mandate empowers Rahman to lead. He urged inclusive participation in rebuilding efforts. ‘Cooperation from all is vital for a secure, compassionate Bangladesh. Uphold justice and order without fail,’ he exhorted.
Warnings rang loud against unrest: ‘Violence, retribution, or agitation will not stand. Peace prevails, barring all inequities regardless of background,’ Rahman declared, vowing rigorous enforcement.
Celebrating the win as public will, BNP eyes full control, leading in paused Chittagong seats, bolstered by three allied victories. Jamaat-e-Islami’s 68 seats, coalition’s nine, one from Islami Andolan, and seven independents round out the house.
A male PM returns after 35 years, amid challenges from Yunus interim’s unrest and radicalism surge. Rahman’s blueprint promises disciplined governance, aiming to heal divisions and propel sustainable development.