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Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed says the future of the National Citizen Party (NCP) is promising, suggesting that the youth-led organisation could one day ascend to state power.
Speaking at a discussion and Iftar party marking the party’s first anniversary at Dhanmondi’s Abahani Club ground on Saturday, the minister lauded the NCP’s rapid political progress over the last year.
“The NCP has come a long way in just one year. Through political consensus and electoral alliances, they have managed to secure six seats in parliament,” Salahuddin said.
“These six seats will increase over time, and one day they may rise to state power. It takes time; nothing happens overnight,” he added.
The minister noted that the NCP’s emergence as a political force has encouraged greater youth participation in national politics, which he believes will drive the country forward by addressing the needs of the younger generation.
“I hope everyone accepts the ups and downs of this thorny political field. Those who could not accept these fluctuations did not survive in politics,” he remarked.
Salahuddin contrasted the NCP with parties that exist merely as "signboards”, asserting that the NCP truly represents the people's aspirations.
He urged all political entities to prioritise national interests despite their differences.
“There will be conflicts and debates, but we must remain united on national interests. We must make the National Parliament the centre of all discussions,” the minister added.
NCP Convenor Nahid Islam welcomed the home minister and other political leaders to the event.