Dhaka, Feb. 12 -- e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman on Thursday expressed the hope that the election would pave the way for forming a government that belongs to the country's 18 crore people, not to any individual, family or party.

"Through this election, may such a government be formed that will not belong to any individual, family or party, but to the 18 crore people of the country. We are hopeful of forming such a government," he said, seeking cooperation from all in building the nation together.

Dr Shafiqur Rahman made the remarks after casting his vote at 8:15am at the Monipur High School (Boys' Branch) polling centre in the capital's Mirpur 60 Feet area.

The Jamaat leader arrived at the polling station around 8am and cast his bal...