, Nov. 27 -- Amid speculations about his political ambitions, Chief Adviser's Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam on Thursday clarified that he has no intention of joining politics.

Alam, who currently holds the rank of senior secretary, also confirmed that he would not contest the upcoming national election.

"For everyone asking: I am not contesting the parliamentary elections and have no plans to enter politics," said the Press Secretary.

The national election is scheduled to be held in February next year.

Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from United News of Bangladesh....