Former Member of Parliament Golam Maola Rony has remarked that the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) is currently positioned between heaven and hell.
He made these comments on Saturday, 30 August, while participating in a talk show on a private television channel.
Golam Maola Rony stated: “On the Day of Judgement, those in the greatest peril will be those caught between heaven and hell. Those destined for hell will surely weep, while those entering heaven will be happy. At this moment, BNP is caught between heaven and hell. Consequently, the fear of 1/11 constantly haunts the party.”
He further elaborated on the party’s challenges: “The Awami League is a major political party with about 35% popular support. They enjoyed uninterrupted power for 15 years, but when they lost state power, they could not even hold their ground for half an hour. Everyone fled. Now, if the party asks the absconders to assume responsibility and sit in the party office, no one will agree.”
Golam Maola Rony reflected on the broader political climate, stating: “In politics, fear and courage spread like a virus. When people are in power, many act recklessly, but when out of power, they flee at the mere sight of the police baton.”
His remarks underscore the internal challenges and persistent fears within BNP, highlighting the party’s struggle to maintain cohesion and authority amid Bangladesh’s turbulent political landscape.
Key Takeaways
| Aspect | Observation by Rony |
| BNP’s Position | Between heaven and hell, haunted by past events (1/11) |
| Awami League | Holds 35% support, previously in power for 15 years |
| Political Culture | Fear and courage behave like a virus; behaviour shifts depending on power status |
| Party Challenges | Difficulty persuading members to take responsibility amid instability |
Rony’s analysis reflects both the psychological pressures on political actors and the volatile nature of party politics in Bangladesh.
