AL has no scope to participate in next polls: Dr Shafiqur

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman on Wednesday said that the Awami League (AL) has no scope to participate in the next parliamentary elections.

"Awami League itself does not want elections. They could not prove that they believe in elections," he told reporters at Sylhet Osmani International Airport.

Dr Shafiqur said the next election must be held in February; otherwise, there will be scope for chaos.

Regarding the formation of any alliance before the elections, the Jamaat Ameer said, "We are not forming any alliance, but will enter the voting field with the countrymen. Along with Islamic parties, patriotic, promising, and honest people are also joining with us. We want to build the country with everyone."

Regarding the political context of the country, the Jamaat Ameer said the people could not vote in the last three national elections. "People want to vote; they want change," he added.

He also stated that no one should commit corruption, nor should they allow others to do so. "Only then will the country be beautiful," he said.

On the neutrality of the administration, he said, "We have already proposed to the Election Commission and the government that those who have behaved in a biased manner in the past should be removed. Because when the people wake up, no administrative influence can survive. The will of the people is reflected."

On the election schedule, Dr Shafiqur Rahman warned that different types of chaos and instability could occur if there is too much delay in holding the polls. "Therefore, it is better to hold the election on time," he added.

He also mentioned that Jamaat has already announced the names of candidates for various seats. "However, this is not final. If necessary, there will be changes in the candidate list," he said.

Sylhet city Jamaat Ameer Fakhrul Islam and District Jamaat Ameer Maulana Habibur Rahman, among others, were present.

After being elected as the Ameer of Jamaat for the third term, Dr Shafiqur Rahman arrived in Sylhet on a two-day visit. Thousands of leaders and activists gathered at the airport to welcome him.