PABNA, March 7, 2026 (V7N) - Former MP and ex-president of the district BNP Sirajul Islam Sardar has demanded the dissolution of the current Pabna district BNP committee, blaming convener Habibur Rahman Habib for the party’s defeat in three out of five constituencies.

Speaking at a press conference at his residence in Pakshi, Ishwardi upazila, Sardar alleged that Habib had destroyed the party’s chain of command, sidelined dedicated leaders, and formed “pocket committees” with outsiders. He claimed this internal conflict led to BNP’s losses, including Habib’s own seat.

Sardar accused Habib of encroachment, extortion, and sheltering Awami League-linked criminals in Ishwardi and surrounding areas. He alleged Habib’s forces occupied illegal sand mines along the Padma River and extorted from brick kilns and businesses through armed groups.

He further claimed Habib campaigned with “top terrorists,” including Shariful Islam Tuhin, linked to the murders of BNP leaders Khalek Member and Anis Biswas, and said the district committee reflected a “fascist trend.” He urged BNP’s central leadership to intervene.

Attempts to contact Habib for comment were unsuccessful. However, District BNP Member Secretary Advocate Masud Khandaker said BNP’s defeats in Pabna-3 and Pabna-4 were due to rebel candidates who defied party instructions and were expelled. He described Sardar’s remarks as his “personal opinion.”

Caption: Former MP Sirajul Islam Sardar speaking at a press conference in Pakshi, Ishwardi, Pabna on Saturday afternoon.

END/SRP/RH