, Jan. 21 -- BNP will take organisational action against its 'rebel' candidates if they do not step aside from the election race, party Election Steering Committee spokesperson Mahdi Amin said on Wednesday (January 21, 2026).

"The time for withdrawal of candidacy has passed. Now discussions will be held by the Election Steering Committee and by the top leadership of BNP. After that, if anyone remains a candidate, organisational action will definitely be taken against them by the party," he said.

Speaking at a press briefing at BNP's election office in Gulshan area, Mahdi said the party wants all members to work together with full dedication for the candidates under the party's 'Sheaf of Paddy' symbol.

"Those who do not do this will def...