On the day Bangladesh holds its general elections for 299 seats, prominent writer Taslima Nasreen has expressed deep concern over the country's political situation. She warns that if the ban on secular parties continues, the radical organization Jamaat-e-Islami might emerge as the main opposition party. This remark comes amidst fears that the democratic fabric and human rights in Bangladesh could face serious setbacks if religious parties gain more power.

Nasreen took to social media platform 'X' to voice her apprehensions about the future of Bangladesh, indicating that should the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) win the elections, it could result in Jamaat-e-Islami becoming the principal opposition for the first time in history, primarily due to the exclusion of the Awami League. She criticized the current political environment, which appears to favor religious-based politics over secular or leftist alternatives, emphasizing the need for a truly secular state in Bangladesh.

Furthermore, she expressed her hope that the newly elected government would lift the ban on the Awami League to allow opposition from secular or leftist parties instead of religious ones. Nasreen's statements reflect a broader anxiety about the rise of inherited and religion-based politics, urging for a return to a secular political discourse that prioritizes democracy and human rights.