BNP senior leader Nazrul Islam Khan on Tuesday said that deliberate efforts are underway to create chaos on various fronts and urged the political parties and people from all walks of life to cooperate with the interim government in addressing all plots and challenges.

During a discussion meeting in the capital, the BNP leader emphasised the importance of vigilance in light of ongoing conspiracies against the nation. He remarked that it is irrelevant whether deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned, as she fled the country amidst a mass uprising.

“The conspiracies have not ceased; various plots are being orchestrated. We must remain alert and collaborate with the government to counter these schemes,” he stated. He asserted that the current government lacks legitimacy, as it does not represent any particular party or viewpoint.

He clarified that the interim government did not seize power; rather, the nation entrusted it with the responsibility to govern. “We must work together with the government, as we have delegated this authority to them. There are deliberate attempts to create disorder across various sectors,” he said.

The leader also pointed to recent attempts to disrupt order during the Durga Puja celebrations, asserting that collective action thwarted these efforts.

As a labour leader, Nazrul expressed concern over the lack of discussions regarding gender parity among workers in the ready-made garment (RMG) sector. “Despite the absence of such demands, a movement emerged that resulted in factories being attacked and shut down. Are those who initiated this movement genuinely labourers?” he questioned.

The Bangladesh Labour Party organized the event at the Jatiya Press Club to mark its 47th founding anniversary. Nazrul, a member of the BNP Standing Committee, cautioned against underestimating the Awami League's capacity to sow chaos, even in opposition. “Their potential for disruption remains, and they are trying to create problems in various ways. It is the government's responsibility to suppress unjust actions, and while we can assist, our support cannot be unconditional,” he emphasized.

He urged the government to take immediate and effective measures to stabilize essential goods prices for the public.

Nazrul expressed skepticism about the sudden emergence of calls for Sheikh Hasina’s resignation. “The government has to investigate this matter and take appropriate action,” he stated.

Having been incarcerated on August 5, he recounted watching the president, flanked by military chiefs, announce that Hasina had resigned and accepted her resignation letter. “There should be no controversy following the president's statement,” he insisted. He later referenced a phone call in which Hasina claimed she had not resigned in the proper manner, suggesting that her resignation was indeed valid. “Regardless, it matters little; she has fled the country,” he added.

The BNP leader also noted a growing interest in the Proportional Representation (PR) electoral system among some political parties, a topic that had previously been absent from discussions. “This is a significant decision that requires thorough dialogue,” he said, highlighting that major democracies like India, the USA, Canada, France, and the UK do not utilize the PR system in their lower houses.

He remarked that while the PR system has been adopted in Nepal and Sri Lanka, the frequent changes in government in Nepal over the past five to seven years serve as a cautionary example.

Nazrul stressed that no special agenda should be pursued by individuals or groups looking to exploit the current political landscape. “Decisions must align with the hopes and desires of the people. We should not impose anything but rather accept what benefits everyone,” he concluded.

In the same program, BNP Standing Committee member Begum Selima Rahman noted that associates of the “fascist” Sheikh Hasina regime continue to hold key positions in the country. “These affiliates are attempting a planned return to politics, but their reintegration will not be easy,” she asserted.