In a dramatic political development, twelve senior leaders of the National Citizens Party (NCP) from the Bagherhat Sadar Upazila branch, including Chief Coordinator Ali Hussain, have tendered their resignations simultaneously. The announcement was made at a press conference held at the Bagherhat Press Club on Sunday, 11 January, drawing widespread attention from local media and political observers.
The resignations, according to the leaders, stem from fundamental disagreements with the party’s current political stance, which they claim is misaligned with its founding principles and the aspirations of the people. The leaders also cited inconsistencies between local leadership practices and party policies as a key motivating factor.
In a written statement read during the press conference, Ali Hussain, the branch’s Chief Coordinator since 3 June 2025, said:
“I have served as Chief Coordinator of the Bagherhat Sadar branch of the National Citizens Party since 3 June 2025. However, there is a clear discrepancy between the party’s current political actions and its declared commitment to the 2024 popular uprising and the vision of a New Bangladesh. Given the conflict between my personal political philosophy and the party’s current direction, I have decided to resign from my position.”
Hussain was joined by eleven other leaders who collectively stepped down, emphasising that their resignations reflect both their political convictions and moral responsibility.
The table below lists the names and positions of the resigning leaders:
| Name | Position |
|---|---|
| Ali Hussain | Chief Coordinator |
| Kazi Mahfuzur Rahman | Joint Coordinator |
| Ashikur Rahman Sumon | Member |
| Sheikh Rasel | Member |
| Sheikh Mizanur Rahman | Member |
| Md. Hasan Sheikh | Member |
| Md. Shahidul Islam | Member |
| Sheikh Zahidul Islam | Member |
| Sheikh Nabil Hossain | Member |
| Md. Joni | Member |
| Munia Akter Jenny | Member |
| Md. Ratul Ahsan | Member |
Political analysts suggest that the mass resignation could have significant repercussions on local politics. The Bagherhat branch now faces an urgent need to reorganise its operations and appoint new leadership. Analysts also highlight the challenge of maintaining stability for the local populace while ensuring access to essential services and goods.
Observers regard this event as a pivotal moment in the district’s political landscape. The resignations not only signal potential strategic shifts within the NCP but may also influence civic awareness and the public’s expectations of political accountability at the local level.
As the dust settles, attention now turns to how the National Citizens Party will recalibrate its strategy, restructure its leadership, and address the political vacuum left in Bagherhat Sadar.