Women MPs not ‘ornaments’ in JS, says Nipun Roy

Newly elected BNP MP from a reserved seat Nipun Roy Chowdhury has said women lawmakers will not remain symbolic figures in parliament but will actively represent public concerns and work across multiple sectors to help rebuild the country, reports UNB.

"We are not going to parliament as ornaments. We will speak for the people and raise their real-life issues in the House," she said after paying tribute to BNP founder Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman and former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia at Zia Udyan in the capital on Tuesday.

BNP Standing Committee Member Gayeshwar Chandra Roy was also present.

Nipun Roy said many women, especially those who are poor, oppressed and vulnerable, continue to face serious challenges, adding that lawmakers must not only highlight these issues but also ensure sustainable and legal solutions.

She emphasised the importance of legal awareness from an early age, saying initiatives will be taken so that children can understand the language of law and the Constitution.

"We will prove that women are not limited to women's issues. We will speak on education, healthcare, administration and local government. We will be part of decision-making and help rebuild the nation," the women MP said.

Expressing gratitude, Nipun Roy said she felt honoured to be entrusted with such responsibility and thanked party leadership, including Chairman Tarique Rahman, for their confidence in her.

She said she was inspired by the ideals and political guidance of Ziaur Rahman and Khaleda Zia, particularly their roles in movements against authoritarianism.

Nipun Roy also congratulated those elected in the West Bengal assembly elections.