In recent developments in Bangladesh, the National Citizen Party (NCP), a student-led political entity born out of the 2024 July Uprising, is facing significant internal dissent and external threats. The party, which emerged as a symbol of youth activism and political change, is now embroiled in controversy over its alliance with the Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), a hardline Islamist party with a controversial history.
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According to reports from Times of India, at least 30 members of the NCP have opposed the decision to form an alliance with JeI for the upcoming elections. The dissent within the party ranks has led to resignations and a widening rift among its leadership. Some members are considering joining rival parties or running as independent candidates due to their objections to aligning with JeI.
The situation escalated further with the recent unrest following the death of radical leader Sharif Osman Hadi. The Editors’ Council president Nurul Kabir stated that a segment of the interim government allowed attacks on prominent newspapers like Prothom Alo, The Daily Star, and Chhayanaut. The arrests made in connection with the attacks revealed clear political affiliations, raising concerns about the government’s inaction and potential complicity in the violence.
Moreover, Bangladeshi media reported that two accused individuals in Osman Hadi’s murder have fled to India, adding an international dimension to the ongoing turmoil within the country. The situation has prompted Osman Hadi’s party to issue a “24-day ultimatum” to the Yunus-led regime, demanding action and accountability for the violence and unrest.
The NCP’s decision to align with JeI, a party known for its pro-Pakistan stance and radical Islamist ideology, has not only caused internal divisions but also raised concerns about the party’s direction and values. The loss of prominent leaders due to the alliance underscores the challenges the NCP faces in maintaining its original vision and principles amidst political pressures and external influences.
As Bangladesh grapples with internal strife and external threats, the future of the NCP and the country’s political landscape remain uncertain. The clash between idealism and pragmatism, youth activism and established political forces, will shape the upcoming elections and the direction of Bangladesh’s democratic process.
### Reference:
– Times of India: [Bangladesh Unrest: ‘Some part’ of Yunus-led govt allowed attacks on newspapers](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/south-asia/bangladesh-unrest-some-part-of-yunus-led-government-allowed-attacks-on-newspapers-editors-council-chief/articleshow/126211290.cms)
– Times of India: [Bangladesh: Division in students-led NCP over alliance with Jamaat for polls](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/south-asia/bangladesh-division-in-students-led-ncp-over-alliance-with-jamaat-for-polls/articleshow/126222765.cms)
– NDTV: [Bangladesh Unrest: Osman Hadi’s Party’s “24-Day Ultimatum” To Yunus Regime](https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/bangladesh-unrest-osman-hadis-partys-24-day-ultimatum-to-yunus-regime-10054220)
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