Seventeen leaders and activists of the Chhatra Dal expelled in Nabinnagar

In a significant organisational move, the Nabinnagar branch of the Bangladesh Chhatra Dal has expelled seventeen of its leaders and activists for alleged breaches of party discipline. The decision, formally communicated on Monday, 2 February, was endorsed jointly by Shahinur Islam, the district Chhatra Dal convener, and Samir Chakraborty, the member-secretary of the district committee.

The expelled members include former office bearers from various units within Nabinnagar Upazila, reflecting a broad sweep across student political organisations at both college and union levels. The official letter cited violations of party discipline as the primary reason for their removal, with the expulsion extending to their primary membership within the organisation.

List of Expelled Leaders

The decision has sparked a flurry of reactions on social media, with the expelled members expressing a mix of regret and loyalty. Many acknowledged their actions did indeed breach party rules but affirmed their unwavering allegiance to the Chhatra Dal and its parent political organisation, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP).

Speaking to reporters, Apel Mahmud and several other former leaders stated: “While our personal attachments may have led to breaches of party discipline, our commitment to the party remains unchanged. Even after expulsion, we are loyal members at heart. The BNP is embedded in our very being, and we will continue to love and support the party.”

The leadership of Chhatra Dal has emphasised that the expulsions were necessary to maintain organisational discipline and ensure that the party’s activities are conducted with integrity and accountability. Observers note that this move may set a precedent for stricter enforcement of rules within student political bodies across the district.