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Published : 30 Jan 2025, 11:16 PM
Information and Broadcasting Advisor Nahid Islam dismissed recent rumours about his potential resignation from the government and denied plans to form a new political party.
Speaking to journalists at the information and broadcasting ministry in Dhaka on Thursday, Nahid refuted the claims, emphasising that no such decision had been made.
While acknowledging that the matter had come to his attention, he said no decision had been made regarding his resignation and that, should such a decision arise, he would make an official announcement.
"I came across the news on social media, but the newspaper did not clarify the source of the information. No such decision has been made yet, and if the situation arises where I choose to join a political party, I will announce it publicly. To the best of my knowledge, no decision has been made either from my side or from Asif’s side."
On Thursday, Daily Amar Desh claimed that two young government advisors - Nahid and Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuyain, who runs the youth and sports ministry- were set to resign and form a new political party.
The report also suggested that another advisor, Mahfuj Alam, might follow suit and resign in June.
Since the publication of the report, the issue has sparked widespread discussion on social media.
When questioned about the potential formation of a new party, the Nahid, also the ICT advisor, clarified that no decision or plan had been made regarding such an initiative.
"We are focused on carrying out the government’s work. This discussion arose when it was suggested that we might join a political party from within the government.
“At that time, I clearly expressed whether it be a new political party or any existing one, we would not become involved while serving in the government."
When asked about the possibility of banning the Awami League, Nahid said: "The government has not yet made a decision on this matter, as the trial is still ongoing. I would like to first observe the trial process, see what the court determines, and how far the proceedings advance."
"There are also matters to discuss with political parties," Nahid remarked.
"Personally, I believe the students have voiced their opinion that the Awami League has forfeited its right to engage in politics after [its fascist style of governance] over the past 15 years, and the genocide it perpetrated in July. We are of the view that there is no room for political activity under the Awami League banner in Bangladesh."
