Dhaka, March 24 -- Stating that people are the real capital of politicians, BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman on Sunday urged political parties to focus on public issues and demands alongside state reforms.

"The people of Bangladesh have many expectations from political parties and politicians. We are discussing various issues of reform, including who should hold which authority.

Alongside this, let us begin discussions on what the people's expectations, demands and key goals are," he said while virtually addressing an iftar party, reports UNB.

Jatiyatabadi Somomona Jote hosted the programme in honour of politicians and prominent citizens of the country at a city hotel.

In a democratic state or system, Tarique said, if people have th...