Dhaka, Oct. 25 -- BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Saturday urged all political parties to take part in the upcoming national election, putting aside minor differences, to help restore the democratic process in the country.

"I call upon all political parties to join the coming election by putting aside small differences so that together we can bring back democracy in the country and return to the democratic system," he said.

He made the call while speaking at a programme marking the 21st founding anniversary of the Daily Nayadiganta at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy in the capital.

Fakhrul said he believes the election will be held on time in February 2026. "We also think that through an acceptable election to al...