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TANGAIL, Feb 9, 2026 (BSS) - BNP candidate for Tangail-6 (Nagarpur and Delduar) constituency in the upcoming 13th Jatiya Sangsad polls Rabiul Awal Lavlu has promised to work for public security and development of the area.
In an exclusive interview with Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS) Tangail district correspondent Mahiuddin Suman, he also vowed to implement the 31-point reform proposal of BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman.
Following is the excerpts of the interview:
BSS: What are your election pledges for the voters of your constituency?
Rabiul Awal Lavlu: Implementation of the 31-point reform proposal announced by BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman is my main election pledge. Besides, ensuring public security is also my top priority. If Allah grants me victory, I want to work for public security and development.
I want to make Nagarpur and Delduar upazilas free from juvenile gangs (Kishore gang), terrorism, drugs and extortion. Alongside this, I want to improve roads and infrastructure, ensure healthcare services, create employment opportunities for the unemployed and establish justice in line with the principles of Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH). If the people place their trust in me, I will fulfill my commitments, InshaAllah.
BSS: What instructions have you given to party leaders and activists regarding compliance of the election code of conduct?
Rabiul Awal Lavlu: Immediately after the announcement of the election schedule, I have removed my old campaign materials, including banners and posters, from my constituency.We have also provided necessary guidance to party leaders and activists to ensure strict compliance with the election code of conduct, he said adding that he was campaigning in accordance with Election Commission laws. However, these laws must be applied equally to all candidates, and the administration should remain neutral.
BSS: What is your position on the referendum on the July Charter?
Rabiul Awal Lavlu: We have maintained our stance against fascism for the past 17 years. Ultimately, it is the people who will decide whether they vote for Yes or No . The necessary reforms are already outlined in the 31-point reform proposal announced by our chairman. While seeking votes for the Sheaf of Paddy symbol in the parliamentary election, we also supporting a Yes vote in the referendum.
BSS: What are your expectations regarding the upcoming parliamentary election?
Rabiul Awal Lavlu: In the past, the Awami fascist government undermined the country s independence and sovereignty. Following their departure, this election aims to restore democracy. We expect the interim government to deliver a free, fair and neutral election.
The people expect a credible election on February 12 since they were unable to vote in 2014, 2018 and 2024. This time, voters have regained their voting rights. Like voters across the country, people in Tangail are eager to vote for their preferred candidates in a festive atmosphere.
Insha Allah, I will win the election with an overwhelming mandate.
The Tangail-6 (Nagarpur and Delduar) constituency comprises 20 unions under two upazilas and has 154 polling centres.
The total number of voters in the constituency is: 4, 68,076, including 2, 36,598 men, 2, 31,474 women and four voters of third gender voters.
The contesting candidates are: BNP candidate Rabiul Awal Lavlu (Sheaf of Paddy), Jamaat-e-Islami candidate AKM Abdul Hamid (Dari Palla), Islami Andolon Bangladesh candidate Md Akhi Noor Mia (Hat Pakha), independent candidate Jewel Sarkar ('Horin' or 'Deer'), Jatiya Party candidate Md Mamunur Rahim (Plough), independent candidate Muhammad Ashraful Islam ('Morog' or rooster) and Jatiya Party (JP) candidate Tarek Shams Khan (Bicycle).
