My proposal can be basis for talks: Khaleda

In the face of huge criticism from the ruling Awami League, BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia today said that her proposed plan over the formation of a new election commission could be a basis for talks on holding a free and fair election.

Khaleda Zia made the remark in a post on her twitter account this afternoon.

In her twitter message, Khaleda said, “I presented a plan for an effective and neutral election commission. The ruling party can take the opportunity for talks based on the proposal if they (government) want an inclusive election.”

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নিরপেক্ষ ইসি গঠনে আমি বিএনপির প্রস্তাবনা তুলে ধরেছি। অংশগ্রহণমূলক নির্বাচন চাইলে ক্ষমতাসীনরাও এর ভিত্তিতে আলোচনার সুযোগ নিতে পারে। #BegumZia pic.twitter.com/gnosKBSpMp

— Begum Khaleda Zia (@BegumZiaBd) November 19, 2016

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Khaleda Zia said that she would also unveil a framework for a neutral polls-time government.

With a call for forming the next Election Commission on the basis of "consensus" among all political parties, Khaleda yesterday rolled out a 13-point proposal for its formation.

Reacting to the proposal, Awami League General Secretary Obaidul Quader termed it as devoid of substance saying it is nothing but a mockery before the nation.

“Khaleda Zia’s demand for a search committee is hollow and ridiculous,” Quader said.