Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman on Thursday praised the role of the army in maintaining order during the ongoing election.
Speaking at a briefing at the party’s central election office in the capital in the afternoon, he alleged that BNP supporters had occupied polling centres in different areas, but said the army intervened promptly.
“In several places, BNP supporters tried to take control of centres. However, the army freed those centres within a short time. The role of the army across the country is commendable,” he said.
He added that if the army continues to discharge its responsibilities in the same manner, the country would witness a credible election.
Urging confidence in voters, Dr Shafiqur Rahman said: “Let us trust the people. They will certainly give priority to their own choice.”
He described voter turnout as satisfactory and expressed hope that participation would increase further as the day progresses.
“So far, the election is proceeding on the right track,” he added.