Dhaka, Jan. 23 -- Jamaat-e-Islami chief Shafiqur Rahman has called on political parties and the government to remain united and refrain from any form of interference as the election campaign enters its second day.

Speaking to journalists at the domestic lounge of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka on Friday morning, he said the country was passing through a national crisis that demanded restraint and responsible politics.

"Our first message is that everyone needs to be united during this national crisis," Shafiqur said.

"Secondly, we should go to the people with practical programmes to build the country, without hurting one another."

He urged all stakeholders to respect the outcome of the election, saying those elected by...