After victory, Annie urges leaders, activists to act responsibly

Newly elected Member of Parliament from Lakshmipur-3 (Sadar) constituency and joint secretary general of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), Shahid Uddin Chowdhury Annie on Friday called on party leaders and activists to behave responsibly following his electoral victory.

He made the remarks while speaking to journalists in front of the Chawkbazar Jame Mosque in the district town after Jumma prayers. Later, he exchanged post-election greetings with local residents.

Annie said the party would work to build a “new Bangladesh” under the leadership of Tarique Rahman. This is a difficult responsibility. We must strengthen Tarique Rahman’s hand and take the country forward by keeping everyone united,” he said. “Everyone must live together peacefully and lead a normal life.”

Expressing gratitude to voters, including the people of Lakshmipur, he said the mandate given by the people is an opportunity to build a prosperous and beautiful Bangladesh collectively.

A Milad and special prayer were held at the Chawkbazar Jame Mosque on Friday afternoon at his initiative to mark the party’s nationwide electoral success following Jumma prayers.

Reiterating his commitment to development, Annie said the victory belonged to the people of the constituency. “This victory is not mine alone; it is the victory of the people of this area. I dedicate this victory to them,” he said. “As I have stood by everyone in the past, I will continue to stand by everyone and work with respect and dignity for all.”

He added that he intends to work with people of all political affiliations and opinions and complete unfinished development projects in the constituency.

District BNP Joint Convener Hasibur Rahman, Football Federation Vice President Wahid Uddin Chowdhury Happy, former Mayor of Lakshmipur Municipality Hasanuzzaman Chowdhury Mintu, District Jubo Dal President Abdul Alim Humayun, and General Secretary Syed Rashidul Hasan Lincoln, along with party leaders and activists were also present there among others.

Shahid Uddin Chowdhury Annie has now been elected to parliament for the third time. According to the final results announced on Thursday, he secured 135,612 votes while his closest rival, Jamaat candidate Md Rezaul Karim, received 122,802 votes.