Dhaka, Dec. 8 -- Liberal Democratic Party (BLDP) Chairman Shahadat Hossain Selim has joined the BNP, declaring it "defunct".

Selim presented flowers to Standing Committee member Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury after joining the party on Monday at the BNP chairperson's office in Gulshan.

He said, "I joined the BNP because this party is a symbol of democracy, independence, and sovereignty.

"I dissolved my party LDP and joined the BNP with my leaders and activists.

The BNP announced on Nov 27 that Selim will contest the general elections from the Lakshmipur-1 (Ramganj) constituency.

"Many people are joining the BNP. We welcome those who joined today," BNP leader Amir Khosru said.

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