BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman on Saturday claimed that the Election Commission (EC) has taken some controversial steps, though he did not specify what those steps were. However, the EC has taken some controversial steps. In the future, BNP will stand by the families of the victims,” he said. Several children brought photos of their fathers and broke down in tears upon seeing Tarique Rahman, hugging him tightly. Tarique Rahman himself could not hold back tears and comforted them by stroking their heads.

Source: Dhaka Tribune January 17, 2026 10:31 UTC