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Election in December: Conspiracy, Strategy or a New Political Move? 🖊 Author: Md. Tahidur Rahman 📅 Date: 30/05/2025 🔍 Political Tension in Bangladesh: Election in December? Bangladesh stands at a new political crossroads. The Chief Adviser of the interim government has announced preparations to hold national elections in December 2025. Following this announcement, the political atmosphere has become tense and unpredictable. 🔹 BNP wants the election immediately. 🔹 Jamaat-e-Islami and the National Citizen Committee demand political reforms first. 🔹 The government insists on consensus among all parties. So, is this a march toward democracy—or is there a hidden conspiracy? 🧠 Political Positions and Strategies ✅ BNP: Wants swift elections, believing the government is weak and public sentiment favors change. ✅ Government: Claims it's ready, but emphasizes the need for all-party consensus—seen by many as a dela...

  Date: May 29, 2025 Author: MD TOHIDUR RAHAMAN Bangladesh is once again standing at a political crossroads. With the next general election approaching, tensions are escalating between the interim government and opposition forces. The key question now is, will the nation see a peaceful, timely election—or another cycle of unrest and instability? Let’s take a closer look at the current developments shaping Bangladesh’s political landscape. 🗓️ Election Timeline Postponed? Interim Prime Minister Muhammad Yunus recently announced that the national election may take place anytime between December 2025 and June 2026 . While he emphasized the need for a thoughtful and measured approach, his warning that “some politicians are becoming impatient for power” has sparked concern and debate among political circles—especially the opposition. Critics see this as a veiled attempt to delay the election under the guise of reform. 🏛️ BNP's Strong Opposition Tarique Rahman , acting chair...

  The Bangladesh Army has clarified that there are no disagreements or divisions between the military and the interim government led by Professor Muhammad Yunus. During a press briefing at Army Headquarters on Monday, Brigadier General Md. Nazim-ud-Doula, Director of Military Operations, dismissed media reports suggesting a rift, stating,   "The government and the army are working together in perfect coordination. There is no room for misinterpretation." He emphasized that the military operates under the government’s directives to safeguard national security and sovereignty, adding,  "We firmly believe in continuing this collaborative effort in the future."  The briefing also addressed issues like the Corridor dispute, Kuki-Chin, Pushin, and the Army Chief’s recent remarks.

On Monday evening, a meeting of the Consensus Commission was held at the state guest house Jamuna, presided over by Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus. During the meeting, commission members briefed the Chief Adviser on the latest progress of dialogues with political parties. According to a press release from the Chief Adviser’s press wing, Yunus emphasized raising public awareness to encourage voter participation and ensure a safe election. The idea of forming an independent commission to investigate irregularities in past elections was also discussed. Commission Vice President Professor Ali Riaz stated that all major political parties have already agreed on these issues. Member Ayub Miah called for the immediate formation of a Public Administration Reform Commission, citing outdated structures in government agencies. Other members, including representatives of the Judiciary Reform Commission and Anti-Corruption Reform Commission, stressed the need for transparency in judicial app...