Dhaka, Nov. 17 -- BNP senior leader Salahuddin Ahmed on Monday said Jamaat-e-Islami and some of its like-minded allies have already stepped back from their 'Jamuna-centred' agitation and will soon turn towards election activities at the grassroots.

"Some groups have been creating unnecessary complications over the July National Charter. One side is still 'examining' the order before signing it, while another says the order alone reflects the people's intent, yet they are raising fresh questions about the proposed referendum," he said.

Speaking at a seminar, the BNP leader said Jamaat and seven other parties are now becoming election-oriented, stepping back from their earlier stance of pushing for proportional representation and a refere...