The National Citizen Party (NCP) has called for a new constitution and an election for a Constituent Assembly to establish a Second Republic, arguing that Bangladesh cannot progress under the existing governance structure.
Speaking to journalists at the National Martyr's Memorial in Savar in the morning, NCP Convener Nahid Islam stated this on Tuesday (March 4).
He said, "A new Bangladesh is not possible while retaining the old constitution and governance system.”
He stressed that the party is committed to restructuring the nation’s political framework.
Islam also pressed for swift justice for the July genocide, urging that the judicial process must ensure the Awami League’s political decisions are settled within the country.
Highlighting the party’s immediate plans, he announced that the NCP would soon apply for registration with the Election Commission after meeting the necessary conditions.
Outlining the party’s priorities, he emphasised that expanding grassroots activities is at the core of their strategy.
"Our first goal is to strengthen our presence at the grassroots level and engage more actively with the people," he added.
Earlier in the day, Nahid Islam, along with party leaders and activists, paid floral tributes at the National Martyrs’ Memorial, standing in silent remembrance of the fallen heroes.
The event saw the presence of NCP Member Secretary Akhter Hossen, along with key leaders including Nasiruddin Patwari, Abdul Hannan Masud, Samanta Sharmin, Ariful Islam, Tasnim Jara, Hasnat Abdullah, and Sarjis Alam, among others.
The NCP’s call for a Second Republic signals a push for fundamental political change, with party leaders determined to reshape the country’s future.
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