BNP senior leader Mirza Abbas has alleged that some candidates are making provocative remarks during the mass campaign, which he described as a violation of the electoral code of conduct, report agencies
"Some candidates are making provocative remarks. Their behaviour and comments are extremely provocative. They are violating the Election Commission's code of conduct by speaking against other candidates," he said.
Talking to journalists near China Town Market in the capital's Nayapaltan area around 12:30 pm on Wednesday, the BNP leader also said some candidates have been making offensive and absurd comments against rivals, including himself.
"They are deliberately making provocative remarks to irritate us," he said.
Abbas, a BNP Standing Committee member, urged the Election Commission to look into the matter and take steps to prevent such behaviour.
Earlier, Abbas walked along the footpath near China Town Market, exchanging greetings with hawkers, rickshaw-pullers and passers-by.
He said He has not yet begun formal campaigning. "We haven't started the official campaign. I am only meeting people in the area. Some candidates, however, have already begun full campaigning. I am not seeking votes yet. When the official campaign begins, we will start our work properly, Inshallah."
Referring to discussions on social media regarding postal ballot papers, Abbas said the design appears confusing and may lead to problems during stamping.
He called on the Election Commission to correct it before distribution and ensure there is no biasnees.
Responding to remarks from a candidate about sending bulldozers towards Shahjahanpur, Abbas said such rhetoric encourages mob behaviour.
"Mob rule does not work everywhere and it should not. I did not just float to Dhaka. One cannot simply do whatever one wants. If they try, they will have to bear the consequences," the BNP leader said.
