Dhaka, Feb 07 (V7N) – The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) held its Standing Committee meeting on Friday, with the party's acting chairman Tarique Rahman joining the session virtually. The meeting took place at the party chairperson's political office in Gulshan, starting at 11:30 am and concluding after about two and a half hours at 1:00 pm.

Key Topics: Vandalism, Reform Commission Report, and Political Developments

Sources within the party revealed that the meeting addressed several critical issues, including:

  • The vandalism of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s house at Dhanmondi No. 32.
  • The findings and implications of the Reform Commission report.
  • A review of the current political landscape and strategies in light of contemporary developments.

Despite the discussions, the BNP has not yet issued an official statement regarding the decisions or outcomes of the meeting.

Key Leaders in Attendance

The meeting was attended both in-person and virtually by prominent BNP leaders. Among those present were:

  • Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, BNP Secretary General
  • Mirza Abbas, Standing Committee member
  • Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury, Standing Committee member
  • AZM Zahid Hossain, who joined virtually

Other Standing Committee members who were physically present included:

  • Dr. Khandaker Mosharraf Hossain
  • Jamiruddin Sarkar
  • Nazrul Islam Khan
  • Gayeshwar Chandra Roy
  • Salauddin Ahmed
  • Selima Rahman
  • Hafiz Uddin Ahmed
  • AZM Zahid Hossain

Political Climate Intensifies

The BNP’s closed-door discussions come at a time of heightened political tensions in Bangladesh, particularly as the interim government faces pressure to address various political grievances and allegations. The vandalism at Dhanmondi No. 32—the historic residence of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman—has further complicated the political discourse, with potential ramifications for both the ruling party and opposition forces.

As the BNP continues to strategize its next steps, political observers are keenly watching for any official announcements or policy shifts that may arise from this meeting.

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