Dhaka, Nov. 3 -- The National Citizen Party (NCP) has extended an open invitation to BNP's "deprived" young leaders for party nominations in the next general election, citing disappointment with the BNP's candidate list.

NCP Chief Coordinator Nasiruddin Patwary made the call on Monday evening at a press conference held to discuss the current political situation. Member Secretary Akhtar Hossain was also present.

Patwary criticised the BNP for excluding young leaders and nominating what he termed as "godfathers" instead.

"Their candidate list has disappointed us. In most places, godfathers have appeared. Those from the [Jatiyatabadi] Chhatra Dal and Jubo Dal who wanted to pursue new politics have been rejected," he said.

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