Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, Secretary General of the BNP, on Friday (28 November) accused the caretaker government of attempting to hurriedly pass two important pieces of legislation—the amended Police Commission Act and the NGO Affairs Law—before the forthcoming election, suggesting that the move serves a concealed political purpose. The statement was issued in a press release signed by Muhammad Munir Hossain, the party’s Joint Office Secretary.
Fakhrul Alamgir said, “Reliable sources indicate that the government is eager to push these laws through without proper deliberation. The underlying intention seems to go beyond administrative necessity and could obstruct the path of democratic transition.”
He criticised the lack of public consultation, stressing, “Passing such important legislation without the mandate of the people is improper. The appropriate forum for such laws is the next National Parliament, where they can undergo detailed debate and scrutiny.”
The BNP Secretary General warned that rushing the legislation may weaken democratic processes and create precedents that could limit parliamentary oversight. According to him, these issues should be addressed in the next elected parliament, ensuring transparency and participation from all political actors.
His remarks reflect broader concerns about governance and electoral fairness in Bangladesh. By raising the issue, Fakhrul Alamgir is signalling that the BNP will closely monitor any legislative activity undertaken by the caretaker government, especially when it has the potential to influence electoral outcomes or alter key regulatory frameworks affecting civil society and law enforcement.