Dhaka, Aug. 8 -- BNP Standing Committee Member Hafizuddin Ahmed has opposed the introduction of the Proportional Representation (PR) system in the upcoming national election, saying the people in Bangladesh have long been accustomed to voting for individuals rather than symbols.

Speaking at an event at the Jatiya Press Club, he said, "Voters want to elect a person they can trust... someone who will stand by them in their happiness and sorrow. In such a context, discussions over a symbol-centric PR election are irrelevant."

Expressing confidence in the Election Commission, the BNP leader said the party is ready to contest the election under the current government and commission.

He hoped the upcoming polls would pave the way to end the ...