Dhaka, May 11 -- BNP Standing Committee Member Gayeshwar Chandra Roy on Saturday said banning any political party does not resolve political crises, as people themselves eventually reject any party that acts against their interests.

"No political issue has ever been resolved through bans. Instead, when society's mindset changes and the rule of law are upheld, the people determine which parties are accepted or discarded," he said at a discussion event.

The 12-Party Alliance-a coalition aligned with the BNP-organized the discussion at the Jatiya Press Club, demanding the safe return of BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman and urging the authorities to ensure his full security.

Gayeshwar noted that although the Muslim League was the key force...