Election should be conducted in accordance with the July Charter, asserts Jatiya Ganatantrik Party

"At the National Press Club, he asserted that refraining from conducting polls would be a betrayal of martyrs' blood. He strongly stated that Bangladesh should not yield to external pressures."

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2025 September 23 . 7:22 AM

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"Jatiya Ganatantrik Party advocates for the forthcoming election to adhere to the principles... — "Jatiya Ganatantrik Party advocates for the forthcoming election to adhere to the principles outlined in the July Charter"

Election should be conducted in accordance with the July Charter, asserts Jatiya Ganatantrik Party

In the heart of Dhaka, seven Islamic parties, including Jamaat-e-Islami, Islami Andolan Bangladesh, and Khelafat Majlis, staged separate processions and rallies on September 18. The purpose of these demonstrations was to press home the demands of the Jatiya Ganatantrik Party (Jagpa), led by Rashed Pradhan, who served as the Vice-President and Spokesperson of the party.

The rally, which began at Bijoynagar Water Tank and concluded at the Press Club area via Paltan intersection, was a show of unity among these parties, all of whom share common demands. Foremost among these is the insistence that the upcoming national election in Bangladesh must be held under the legal framework of the July Charter.

Rashed Pradhan, addressing a short rally at the National Press Club, reiterated this demand. He emphasised the need for a level playing field and elections free from Indian influence. He also warned that conducting polls without the July Charter would betray the blood of martyrs.

Jamaat's leader, whose identity was not disclosed, made several other assertions during the rally. He questioned the export of hilsa fish to India at lower prices, accused India of conspiracies in Bangladesh, and called for strong diplomatic action to bring Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina back from Delhi for trial.

In a surprising turn of events, Jamaat's ally, Islami Andolan, announced its readiness to drop the PR demand if rejected in a referendum. However, the party reaffirmed its commitment to the implementation of the July Charter and the PR system for the national elections.

Meanwhile, the spokesman of the Jatiya Ganatantrik Party, Muhiuddin Khan Alamgir, demanded the conduct of the national election under the legal framework of the July Constitution Act. He also cautioned against Bangladesh bowing before external pressures.

The 900 acres of land gifted to Adani have not been reclaimed, according to Jamaat's leader, adding another issue to the parties' demands. Jamaat also urged the 14-party alliance to be banned.

These developments mark a significant escalation in the political discourse in Bangladesh, with multiple parties rallying together to demand adherence to the July Charter and a fair and free election. The coming weeks are expected to see further developments as the election date draws near.