Dhaka, Oct. 7 -- BNP Standing Committee member Salahuddin Ahmed has said that the nation is becoming divided over the demand for a referendum and proportional representation (PR) before holding a free and fair election.

He said, "The demand for a referendum and PR before the election is dividing the nation, and facing this division is now the main electoral challenge."

He made these remarks on Monday afternoon at a discussion titled "Challenges and Prospects of Making the Upcoming Election Acceptable" held at the National Press Club, organized by Nagorik Jubo Oikya (Citizen Youth Unity).

Speakers at the event said political divisions, delays in implementing the July Charter, and debates over organizing a referendum have become major ch...