everyone knows them by their ‘secret’ identity- February 12 election is an election to show a “red card” to the corrupt-
Special Correspondent / Barisal Correspondent: The verbal sparring between the BNP and Jamaat-e-Islami is intensifying. Hinting at Jamaat-e-Islami, BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman said, There is a political party that has a different identity to the people; everyone knows them by their ‘secret’ identity. Individuals from this secret organization have emerged as new oppressors to the people of this country. They are printing ballot papers at presses (printing houses) familiar to them, which they will carry in their pockets on election day.
Meanwhile, Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman remarked that the February 12 election is an election to show a “red card” to the corrupt. He said, “The upcoming February 12 election is no ordinary election; it is an election to show a red card to those who have deceived the people for 54 years.”
He made these remarks on Wednesday (February 4) at a massive election rally organized at the Dalia point in Hatibandha, Lalmonirhat. Dr. Shafiqur Rahman added, “If Jamaat-e-Islami comes to power, it will take an uncompromising stance against corruption. Stolen goods will be extracted from the bellies [of the corrupt] by reaching in through their mouths
They are known as a ‘secret organization : Tarique Rahman
On Wednesday (February 4, 2026), at an election rally in the historic Bells Park in Barisal, BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman introduced candidates for the 21 parliamentary seats representing the BNP and its allies in the Barisal division.
Tarique Rahman stated that while the pre-August 5 autocracy had stripped away the people’s right to vote and freedom of speech—often insulting citizens and belittling distinguished individuals—one would have expected these practices to end after they fled. However, he noted with regret that this culture persists. He remarked, “A certain political party has a different identity to the public; they are known as a ‘secret organization.’ Individuals from this secret group have now emerged as ‘new oppressors’ to the people of Bangladesh.”.
Highlighting the historic contribution of both men and women in the workforce, he mentioned that mothers and sisters are working side-by-side with men in fields and factories, specifically in the globally acclaimed garment industry. He added, “We observe with deep contempt that these ‘new oppressors’ and their leader used a disgraceful term regarding the country’s women just two days ago. Bangladesh cannot expect progress from those who lack even a shred of respect for our mothers and sisters.”.
Earlier, at 12:17 PM, Tarique Rahman’s motorcade reached the road about 200 yards from the rally venue. After greeting the crowd for about 10 minutes, he reached the stage at 12:27 PM, where he was welcomed by leaders and activists with spirited slogans
February 12 general election as a mandate to show a ‘red card’-Dr. Shafiqur Rahman
The Ameer of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Dr. Shafiqur Rahman, has described the upcoming February 12 general election as a mandate to show a ‘red card’ to the corrupt and a response to 54 years of deprivation. Speaking at an election rally in Hatibandha, Lalmonirhat today (February 4, 2026), he highlighted several key points:
End of Corruption and Misrule: He stated that those involved in past corruption have nothing new to offer the nation. On February 12, they will be decisively rejected through the ballot.
Dr. Rahman pledged that if the 11-party alliance comes to power, the country will be free from extortionists starting February 13. He warned that 90% of extortionists would be neutralized immediately. Terming the election a fight against fascism and betrayal, he urged voters to go to polling centers without fear and to guard the centers.
He promised to implement the long-awaited ‘Teesta Mega Plan’ for the neglected people of Northern Bangladesh.He further noted that this is not just an ordinary election, but a historic opportunity to build a discrimination-free society based on the spirit of the 2024 student-led mass uprising.
