The BNP has adopted a zero-tolerance policy against anyone involved in extortion or land grabbing by using the party’s name, said BNP Acting Secretary General Advocate Ruhul Kabir Rizvi. He warned that immediate and strict organizational action would be taken if allegations against any individual are proven.

Rizvi made the remarks in response to questions from journalists at a press conference held at the BNP central office in Nayapaltan, Dhaka, on Wednesday afternoon.

Reiterating the party’s zero-tolerance stance on extortion, Rizvi said that if anyone uses the BNP’s identity to engage in extortion or land grabbing and an investigation confirms the allegations, strict organizational action will be taken against that person immediately.

He said the BNP has always demonstrated solidarity with the people and remained committed to fulfilling its pledges. He also claimed that the government is implementing the promises made before the election with utmost sincerity.

Rizvi said the government is undertaking various initiatives, including planting 250 million trees, excavating canals, addressing the impacts of climate change and promoting renewable energy.

Rejecting the opposition’s allegations of government failure during its first 180 days, the BNP leader described them as broad-based comments. He said various international and economic institutions are analyzing government data and publishing positive assessments. According to him, the government is moving the country forward based on scientific methods and statistical data.

Asked about the possible date of the BNP’s national council, Rizvi said the matter is currently being discussed at the party’s policy-making forum. However, the day, date and month have not yet been finalized. He said the decision would be officially announced once it is finalized.

Leaders and activists from the BNP central committee as well as various levels of its affiliated and associate organizations were present at the press conference.