NCP Aims to Initiate a Fresh Chapter in Politics: Speech by Tasnim Jara at Ashulia Gathering
The National Citizen Party (NCP) is making waves in Bangladesh's political landscape with a fresh approach that emphasizes youth leadership, inclusivity, and a vision for a new democratic state.
Led by Tasnim Jara, Senior Joint Member Secretary of the NCP, the party recently held a rally in Dhaka's Ashulia, as part of their month-long "July march to build the nation" campaign. The rally was attended by key party members, including NCP Convener Nahid Islam, Chief Coordinator Nasiruddin Patwari, Dhaka District Chief Coordinator Russell Ahmed, and Joint Chief Coordinator of the Central Committee and Dhaka District's Joint Coordinator Mehrab Sifat.
In her speech, Jara called for active participation from women and young people in the party's political movement. She highlighted the growing enthusiasm among the youth and a generational shift taking place, emphasizing the importance of their participation in politics. The country, she stated, would face a crisis if their dreams were crushed.
The NCP's approach to politics is grounded in a belief that it should not be driven by personal gain, but by the people's interest. The party rejects the politics of vengeance and violence, favoring dialogue over threats, violence, or retribution. It aims to establish a new approach to politics, departing from traditional norms, and encourages active participation from all in politics.
The party's vision is to establish what it calls a "Second Republic" focused on justice, equality, and a new democratic constitution that upholds citizens' rights and dignity. The NCP frames itself as an alternative to the existing political system, which it views as corrupt or out of touch. It has launched a dedicated youth wing, Jatiya Jubo Shakti, to organize and empower young people politically.
The party's emphasis on justice, dignity, and democratic values implies inclusivity, with the involvement of women in leadership and organizational roles suggested by figures like Umama Fatema playing spokesperson roles and others from universities being considered for leadership. The NCP goes beyond traditional political rallies, engaging in a countrywide march covering all 64 districts, aiming to build trust by direct interaction with rural communities and families affected by political violence.
Jara's speech did not mention any specific solutions to the problems of the people, but she expressed faith in their ability to bring about change and make history. She acknowledged the challenges faced, but expressed optimism in overcoming them with the people's support. The NCP's politics will be focused on solving the problems of the people.
Across all districts of Bangladesh, young people are joining the NCP in large numbers, indicating a strong support for the party's vision and approach. As the NCP continues its march to build the nation, it remains to be seen how this new political force will shape Bangladesh's political landscape.
Tasnim Jara, in her speech at the rally, emphasized the importance of youth participation in the National Citizen Party's (NCP) political movement, discussing a generational shift and the potential crisis if their dreams were ignored—an indicator of the NCP's focus on general-news issues in Bangladesh's politics.
The National Citizen Party's (NCP) vision for a new democratic state and the introduction of the youth-oriented Jatiya Jubo Shakti wing demonstrate a commitment to politics that extend beyond traditional norms, aligning with the party's stance against violence and corruption—delving into politics as well as general-news.
