Our Leaders
Valiant freedom fighters and Bangladeshi Nationalists founded the party under the leadership of President Ziaur Rahman in 1978
He envisioned a democratic and self-reliant Bangladesh built on the values of nationalism, unity, and justice.
Since then, BNP leaders have carried that vision forward.
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Shaheed Ziaur Rahman
Founder & Former PresidentLieutenant General Ziaur Rahman Bir Uttam (1936-1981) was the founder of Bangladesh Nationalist Party. He was the declarer of independence and a valiant freedom fighter. He was also Chief of Army Staff and later became the elected President of Bangladesh. He opened up multi-party democracy in Bangladesh and defined Bangladeshi Nationalism.
Begum Khaleda Zia
Chairperson & Former Prime ministerBegum Khaleda Zia (Born: 15 August 1946) is the chairperson of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party-BNP who served as the Prime Minister of Bangladesh three times since 1991. She is the first woman to be elected as the prime minister of Bangladesh, and second in the Muslim world.
Tarique Rahman
Acting ChairmanTarique Rahman (Born: 20 November 1967) is the Acting Chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party-BNP. He previously served as the Senior Vice-Chairman and Senior Joint Secretary of the party.
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It's high time to restore just, democratic Bangladesh through voting: Tarique Rahman
BNP’s acting chairman Tarique Rahman has called for seizing the moment to establish a fair, accountable, democratic, and humane Bangladesh through direct voting and true political empowerment of the people.
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Condemnation, Protest, and Condolence Message...
Condemnation and Protest Statement by BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir.
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Formation of Sub-Committees to Support the July...
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has formed several supportive sub-committees.
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Condolence Message from BNP Secretary General...
Condolence Message from BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir.
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Media, Office, and Implementation Sub...
Media and Office Sub-Committees Formed to Support the July-August Mass Uprising.
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