Summary:
- A new political party named Jatiya Nagorik Party is being launched under the leadership of former interim government advisor Nahid Islam and National Citizens’ Committee member secretary Akhtar Hossain.
- Key roles include Nasir Uddin Patwary as chief coordinator, Hasnat Abdullah as southern organizer, and Sarzis Alam as northern organizer.
- The leadership committee will guide the party until the next national election, with members from the July Movement and notable female activists taking significant positions.
- The party aims to focus on youth-driven leadership and inclusivity, with its official launch scheduled for February 28 near the Parliament complex.
A new political party named the ‘Jatiya Nagorik Party’ (National Citizens Party) is set to emerge under the leadership of former interim government advisor Nahid Islam and National Citizens Committee member secretary Akhtar Hossain. The announcement was finalized during a joint meeting of the National Citizens’ Committee and the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement at the committee’s central office in Banglamotor, Dhaka, earlier today.
The party aims to bring fresh perspectives to Bangladesh’s political landscape, focusing on youth leadership. Nahid Islam will serve as the party’s convener, while Akhtar Hossain will take on the role of member secretary. Key organizational roles have also been confirmed: Nasir Uddin Patwary as chief coordinator, Hasnat Abdullah as southern regional organizer, and Sarzis Alam as northern regional organizer.
According to party insiders, this interim leadership committee will guide the party until the next national parliamentary elections. The committee is being expanded to include prominent figures from past movements, such as leaders of the July Movement and notable female activists who played significant roles in those events.
The official launch of the Jatiya Nagorik Party is scheduled for tomorrow, February 28, at Manik Mia Avenue near the Parliament complex. The event will formally introduce the party’s vision and leadership team.
This initiative is a collaborative effort between members of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement and the National Citizens’ Committee. The party’s framework includes plans for grassroots expansion through district and sub-district committees. Efforts are also underway to finalize its constitution, philosophy, manifesto, and electoral symbol.
The Jatiya Nagorik Party represents a significant development in Bangladesh’s political arena, with its emphasis on youth-driven leadership and inclusivity.
