BNP-nominated candidate for Dinajpur-6 constituency Dr AZM Zahid Hossain today spoke at an election street meeting [Pothosova] organised by  local BNP leaders in Birampur upazila, Dinajpur. Photo: BSS

DINAJPUR, Feb 9, 2026 (BSS) - BNP-nominated candidate for Dinajpur-6 
constituency Dr AZM Zahid Hossain today said extortionists, terrorists and 
corrupt elements would not be allowed to operate if BNP forms the government.

"If BNP comes to power, no one will be allowed to engage in terrorism, 
extortion or corruption," he said, adding that the country would be run 
prioritising development for the welfare of people from all walks of life.

Dr Zahid was speaking at an election street meeting [Pothosova] organised by 
local BNP leaders at Shantir Mor in Mahmudpur area of Birampur upazila around 
3:30 pm on Monday.

Referring to the party's 31-point programme announced by BNP Chairman Tarique 
Rahman, he said visible development would be ensured across the country. "The 
people will see tangible progress if BNP is given the opportunity to run the 
state," he added.

Addressing voters, Dr Zahid said, "If you vote for me and elect me, I will 
get the opportunity to serve you under the leadership of Tarique Rahman. With 
your advice and cooperation, I will work to solve all local problems and 
ensure development of this area."

He said the country belongs to all citizens and development would be carried 
out collectively, including construction of roads, bridges and culverts, 
river management and overall infrastructure development.

Highlighting BNP's election pledges, he said agricultural loans and NGO loans 
up to Taka 10,000 would be waived if BNP comes to power. Farmers would be 
provided with farmer cards to help them become self-reliant, while emergency 
and primary healthcare services for mothers would be ensured free of cost. 
Family cards would also be issued in the name of mothers.

He further said BNP would stand beside people of all faiths and ensure 
development of religious institutions, including mosques, temples, churches 
and pagodas.

As part of the election campaign, Dr Zahid also addressed large public 
gatherings in Bhabanipur, Munshipara, Mandalpara and Mirpur areas on Monday. 

A large number of party leaders, activists, supporters and women were present 
at the meetings.