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Prime Minister and BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman has issued a stern warning against extortion, illegal land grabbing and indiscipline within the party, stressing that no one is above the law and members of parliament (MPs) must be held accountable for their actions.
He delivered the message at a meeting of the BNP parliamentary party at the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban on Sunday, amid concerns over allegations of extortion, land grabbing and other irregularities involving party leaders and activists.
“There’s no place for extortionists and land grabbers in the BNP,” he said, according to meeting sources, warning that strict organisational action would be taken against those violating party discipline.
The prime minister also instructed lawmakers to maintain law and order in their respective constituencies and ensure peace and stability in their areas.
He reportedly expressed concern over allegations against several MPs, saying that elected representatives must remain connected with the people rather than become isolated from them. Such detachment, he warned, could damage the party’s image.
“No one is above accountability. No one is above the law. MPs must also be held accountable,” he told lawmakers, according to sources present at the meeting.
The meeting also discussed preparations for the upcoming Durga Puja, with the prime minister urging party leaders and activists to remain vigilant to ensure peaceful celebrations and the security of members of religious minorities.
The meeting began at around 6:20pm and concluded at 9:20pm. Chief Whip Md Nurul Islam Moni delivered the welcome address, while Tarique Rahman presided over the meeting in the ruling party’s meeting room on the ninth floor of the parliament building.
Other issues discussed included the overall law and order situation, the upcoming local government elections, constitutional amendments and the implementation of the July National Charter.
The party’s position on constitutional reform and the work of the relevant special committee also came under discussion.
The prime minister urged lawmakers to work collectively and remain attentive to public concerns in their constituencies.
The meeting was called ahead of the next parliamentary session, which is expected to begin in the second week of November.
Such parliamentary party meetings are generally held shortly before a session begins.
