Welcoming the homecoming of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman, Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman stated on Thursday that his party will closely observe Rahman's future role and political strategy within the current national context.
Describing the return of a political colleague to active politics after a 17-year exile as a positive sign, the Jamaat Ameer told the media, “One of my political contemporaries is returning directly to the political arena after a long time, which I view positively.” He noted that the arrival of such a key figure after nearly two decades signals a significant shift in the country's political environment.
However, Dr Shafiqur maintained a tone of strategic observation, emphasizing that Jamaat would monitor Tarique Rahman’s actions—specifically regarding how he intends to foster national unity and implement his vision for the country.
Echoing this sentiment, Jamaat-e-Islami Secretary General Mia Golam Parwar also spoke favorably of the homecoming.
He clarified, however, that Tarique Rahman’s standing in national politics would ultimately be defined by his leadership style and conduct moving forward. These remarks come as both parties, formerly long-term allies, prepare for the 13th National Parliamentary Election and the historic Referendum scheduled for February 12, 2026.
The Ameer Collects Nomination for Dhaka-15
In a significant move toward the upcoming polls, Dr Shafiqur Rahman officially collected his nomination papers on Thursday to contest the Dhaka-15 seat.
A delegation led by Jamaat Assistant Secretary General Ehsanul Mahbub Zubair submitted the papers at the Returning Officer’s office in Agargaon, Dhaka. The submission was confirmed by Dhaka Regional Election Officer and Returning Officer Md. Yunus Ali.
Other Candidates Enter the Fray
The election atmosphere in the capital intensified on Thursday as other prominent leaders also collected their nomination papers.
Bangladesh Khelafat Majlis Ameer Mawlana Muhammad Mamunul Haque and Nationalist Democratic Movement (NDM) Chairman Bobby Hajjaj both collected their papers for the Dhaka-13 constituency.
