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Since August 5, 2024, allegations of extortion, influence peddling, and power abuse have surfaced against some BNP leaders and activists across various districts. The party's policymakers are addressing these issues with utmost caution. The BNP has been issuing show-cause notices, expelling members, or suspending positions as part of stringent organizational measures. Additionally, the party has requested law enforcement agencies to take action against unruly members to curb such activities before the 13th national parliamentary election. Sources indicate that the party's high command is working tirelessly with various strategies to address these issues.
The crackdown has gained new momentum under the direct intervention of BNP's acting chairman, Tarique Rahman. Senior leaders, along with various sources, are closely monitoring those involved in criminal or disruptive activities that tarnish the party’s image. Immediate action is being taken against those found guilty, with no leniency. Tarique Rahman has issued a clear message: there will be no tolerance for extortionists or disruptive leaders. He has emphasized that the party cannot be a haven for corrupt individuals, and those involved in such activities will face expulsion or be handed over to law enforcement. As part of this strategy, if any unit’s leaders or activists engage in extortion, illegal occupation, or disorderly conduct, the respective committee will be dissolved. Instructions have been issued to senior leaders of BNP and its affiliate organizations. The latest example is the dissolution of the Chattogram North District BNP committee due to internal conflicts.
BNP Standing Committee member Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury stated, "BNP is a major democratic political party. After a political change, it’s natural for some to attempt to exert influence. Complaints of isolated incidents of disorder and crimes by some leaders and activists have surfaced. However, as soon as these allegations are proven, those responsible are expelled. No one gets away with committing crimes. Immediate action is taken against those who misuse the party’s name for wrongdoing."
Reports indicate that despite the strict measures by Tarique Rahman and the party leadership, allegations of illegal occupation, extortion, and other misconduct continue to emerge against some BNP and affiliate organization members in various regions. The party has been swift in conducting investigations and taking strict organizational actions upon receiving complaints. According to the Human Rights Support Society (HRSS), between August 7, 2024, and June 30, 2025, 478 clashes occurred due to internal conflicts within the BNP, driven by power struggles, leadership rivalries, differences between the main organization and affiliates, and conflicting interests. These incidents resulted in over 80 deaths and thousands of injuries. Additionally, according to the Ain o Salish Kendra, 68 BNP leaders and activists were killed in the past 10 months.
According to BNP’s central office, since August 5, 2024, organizational actions have been taken against 3,243 leaders and activists of BNP and its affiliates for various allegations. Of these, 1,800 belong to the main BNP organization, with 800 expelled, 50 suspended, 700 issued show-cause notices, 100 warned, and 150 served notices for breaching organizational discipline. Affiliate organizations like Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal, Jubo Dal, and Swechchhasebak Dal have also taken separate actions against their unruly members.
On Tuesday, following clashes between two factions in Raozan, Chattogram, the Chattogram North District BNP convening committee, led by Golam Akbar Khandakar, was dissolved. In the same incident, BNP Vice Chairman Gias Kader Chowdhury lost his primary membership and vice chairman position through a separate letter. Additionally, five leaders—Chattogram North District BNP joint convener Nurul Amin Chairman, former Mirsarai Upazila BNP member secretary Gazi Nizam Uddin, former Baraiyarhat Poura BNP convener Didarul Islam Miazi, Jubo Dal leaders Sirajul Islam, and Kamal Uddin—were expelled from all party positions, including primary membership, for creating conflicts and breaching discipline.
On July 12, clashes and conflicts occurred during the BNP council in Baliadangi Upazila, Thakurgaon. As a result, former acting president Md. Sayed Alam and former general secretary candidate Dr. T.M. Mahbubur Rahman were expelled from all party positions, including primary membership, for their involvement in violent and inappropriate conduct.
In Chandpur, allegations of extortion, illegal occupation, and intimidation led to the expulsion of Hajiganj Upazila BNP’s former senior vice president Imam Hossain Gazi, Chandpur District BNP member Abdul Mannan Laskar, Matlab South Upazila BNP vice president Anwar Hossain Bhuiyan, and Laksam Poura Jubo Dal joint convener Md. Shafiullah from all party positions, including primary membership. On the same day, BNP took action against eight members of the Doctors Association of Bangladesh (DAB) for breaching party discipline. These eight doctors—Dr. Khairul Islam, Dr. Rafiqul Kabir Labu, Dr. Md. Faruk Hossain, Dr. Mahbub Arefin Rezanur Ranju, Dr. M.A. Kamal, Dr. Syed Imtiaz Uddin Sajid, Dr. Shaon Bin Rahman, and Dr. Rakib Uz Zaman—were expelled from DAB and all BNP-affiliated organizations. The BNP stated that any organization including these doctors would face action against its responsible members.
BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi said, "Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman has not spared any wrongdoers. So far, organizational action has been taken against over 4,000 leaders and activists. BNP is a large family, and some are trying to misuse its name for wrongdoing, but Tarique Rahman is taking action as soon as these incidents come to light. No one involved in unethical, illegal, terrorist, or violent activities in the name of the party will be spared. He has also instructed leaders and activists not to react to provocations."
BNP leaders and activists noted that the party has been out of power for over one and a half decades, facing lawsuits, attacks, and persecution by the then-government. Many were forced to leave their homes and live in hiding. After the political shift on August 5, 2024, a favorable environment emerged for BNP leaders and activists. However, some have taken advantage of this to engage in disruptive activities. While a few central leaders face allegations, the majority of complaints involve grassroots-level leaders and activists.
According to BNP sources, regardless of the level of the accused, the party’s high command is taking preemptive organizational measures to avoid widespread criticism ahead of the 13th national election. No matter how senior or dedicated a leader may be, anyone involved in criminal or disruptive activities using the party’s name will face permanent expulsion. Around 1,600 expelled leaders and activists have applied for their expulsion orders to be revoked. While mass reinstatement is not currently underway, the issue will be seriously considered once the election schedule is announced.
