Mohiuddin Roni, a key figure of July Uprising, is going to contest from Dhaka-18 constituency in the 13th parliamentary election as an independent candidate.
In a video message posted on his verified Facebook account, Roni said he wants to work for the people by establishing a just state free from all forms of foreign aggression, including Indian hegemony.
He also sought support from at least 200 voters in the constituency to complete the supporter forms, noting that the list of supporters must be submitted by December 29 in line with election rules.
"I believe you (people) are my strength," he added.
Independent candidates are required to submit a list of supporters containing the signatures of 1% of the total voters in their respective constituency to validate their nomination.
The list must be submitted alongside the official nomination papers to the Returning Officer (RO) before the deadline.