The political landscape in Bangladesh is witnessing a significant shift as Tarique Rahman, the chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), expresses confidence in winning the upcoming elections. After nearly two decades in self-imposed exile, Rahman returned to Bangladesh, where he was met with a massive public reception, indicating strong grassroots support. According to Independent Urdu, Rahman stated, 'BNP is the most popular party in the country. We have been fighting for the people's right to vote for the past 17 years.' This election follows the ousting of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's government in 2024, after a student-led movement and subsequent violent protests led to her party, the Awami League, being barred from participating in the electoral process. The interim government, led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, has imposed this ban citing national security concerns and investigations into war crimes. Rahman promises to restore 'rule of law, democratic reforms, and a business-friendly environment' if elected, aiming to address the political and economic aspirations of the youth movement that catalyzed the recent changes.