Md. Harunur Rashid, Member of Parliament (MP) of Chapainawabganj-3, tendered his resignation to Speaker of Parliament Dr Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury on Thursday. On December 11, five of seven MPs of BNP resigned as part of the party’ anti-government movement with a 10-point demand that include dissolution of parliament. The MPs who resigned in person were Md. Zahidur Rahman, Thakurgaon-3; Md. Mosharof Hosen, Bogura-4; Gulam Mohammad Siraj, Bogura-6; Md. Aminul Islam, Chapainawabganj-2 and Rumeen Farhana, Women’s Reserved Seat. Md. Harunur Rashid, who was in Australia and ailing MP of Brahmanbaria-2 Abdus Sattar Bhuiyan could not submit resignation to the Speaker on that day. Speaking to the reporters at the Jatiya Sangsad today, Harunur Rashid said there is no scope for the Speaker to deny to accept the resignation letter. “But the speaker told me that there is an opportunity to present the party’s demands in parliament if I don’t resign.” Read more: 5 parliamentary seats now vacant after BNP MPs’ resignation: Speaker “But there is no such opportunity anymore as six BNP MPs have already resigned,” he added. He also said, “You all know that only seven were elected from BNP in parliament that was formed through the dubious election in 2018. At that time we joined parliament on the instruction of our acting chairman and even today we are resigning as per the right decision of the acting chairman.” He also said reformation of constitution and laws along with neutral government is needed for holding a fair election. Harunur Rashid also demanded the release of BNP’s top leaders and activists who were arrested ‘in false and fabricated cases’ following Nayapaltan clash on December 7. On December 10, BNP’s international affairs secretary Rumeen Farhana announced the decision of  the resignation of the party’s MPs from its Golapbagh rally. The MPs sent their resignation through an email on the same day. The party also unveiled a 10-point charter of demands from Golapbagh rally aimed at unseating the government through a simultaneous movement. Meanwhile, the Parliament Secretariat published a gazette notification announcing the five parliamentary seats as vacant after their resignation. Read more: BNP MPs' decision to resign a 'mistake': Obaidul Quader The by-elections to the five vacant parliamentary seats of the BNP MPs will be held on February 1, announced Election Commission (EC) on  December 18. EC will conduct the by-polls to parliamentary seats- Thakurgaon-3, Bogura-4, Bogura-6, Chapainawabganj-2 and Brahmanbaria-2.

BNP MP Harunur Rashid on Sunday asked the government to summon Indian high commissioner and bring a motion of condemnation in Parliament for derogatory remarks by BJP leaders about Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).The opposition MP made the demand during a discussion on the Point of Order in Parliament."We all know that the whole world is protesting against the insult to our Prophet (PBUH) in India. It is also happening in Bangladesh. Most worryingly, we as a Muslim-majority country and an important member in SAARC…we are noticing with concern that the government is yet to express any protest or give any reaction on this issue." Also read: Ranga blasts Harun in parliament The BNP MP also said that parliament is in session at present. “A condemnation motion must be placed in parliament.“Harun said anti-Muslim activities in India have increased a lot in the last few years. A few days ago, controversy on hijab was created. Also read: HC dismisses BNP lawmaker Harun's appeal against jail term, but reduces sentence“I think the Indian high commissioner needs to be summoned by the Bangladesh government and we should express strong protests.”

BNP MP Harunur Rashid on Friday demanded a statement from the home minister over the establishment of the much-talked-about Dhaka Boat Club. "Has it been set up alongside a river with government approval? Is the Inspector General of Police (IGP) performing as its president with any government permission?" he questioned. The opposition MP came up with the questions while speaking in parliament on a point-of-order. "I don't know whether the chief of the police department can become a member or play a role in establishing any such club! There’s nothing like that in Bangladesh’s 50 years of history since independence,” Harun said. He alleged that consumption of alcohol, playing cards and gambling go there regularly. He demanded a statement from the home minister whether the IGP could be a member of any such club under any law. The Dhaka Boat Club Limited came in the limelight after actress Pori Moni brought an allegation of rape and murder attempt on her at the club. Later, businessman Nasiruddin Mahmood and Omi were arrested in a case filed by Pori Moni. Read: Take action against Dhaka Boat Club: BNP MP

BNP MP Harunur Rashid on Monday demanded the culprits who allegedly assaulted and attempted to rape and murder popular cinema actress Pori Moni be brought to justice. He also called for an investigation to reveal the real cause of death of college student Mosarrat Jahan Muniya, the mistress of the scion of Basundhara Group in April. Harun made his demands on the parliament floor, while participating in the discussions on two different Bills. Read: Pori Moni files sexual assault complaint against ex-Uttara Club president Nasiruddin, 5 othersThe BNP MP elected from Chapainawabganj-3 said that if the accused persons in these two cases were general people, nothing would have prevented the law from taking its course against them.Pointing to Pori Moni’s incident, Harun said the renowned actress of Bangladesh has been seeking justice for four days following her attempted rape and assault at the Uttara Boat Club led by real estate businessman Nasir U. Mahmood.“All media have published news in this regard. Is it false?” he questioned. Read: Pori Moni's plea for justice from PM causes sensationHe drew attention of Home Minister (Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal), who was not in the House at that time."Persons involved in this incident must be brought to justice,” Harun said.Actress Pori Moni yesterday revealed the identity of the perpetrators who allegedly assaulted and attempted to rape her.Pori Moni in a press conference last night claimed that Nasir U Mahmud, a former president of Uttara Club Limited, and a businessperson named Omie wanted to rape and murder her at the boat club on the Turag."They physically assaulted me and tried to kill me. Omie was also involved in the whole setup," she added.Earlier yesterday, the actress posted about the incident on her verified Facebook page at 7:53 pm."To, the honourable Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina,I am Pori Moni. An obedient citizen of this country. I am a film actor by profession. I was physically abused. I am a victim of attempted rape and murder. I demand justice."Pori Moni also said she went to Banani Police Station to lodge a complaint but they took no interest in documenting the incident.On April 26, police recovered the body of the girl hanging from the ceiling fan in her bedroom. Her legs were touching the bed and both knees were a little bent.A day after her family sued Bashundhara Group Managing Director Sayem Sobhan Anvir over abetting her death by suicide.

Two BNP MPs on Monday sharply criticised the government for what they said the ongoing “extrajudicial” killings and demanded a statement from the Home Minister whether all citizens of the republic will get the equal scope to take shelter under the arm of the law.

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday said the irregularities in Regent Hospital over coronavirus test will be unveiled though investigations.

Harunur Rashid, BNP's MP from Chapainawabganj-3, on Tuesday said some media wrongly reported that he joined parliament wearing a 'Mujib coat', but it was a 'waistcoat'.   

BNP MP Harunur Rashid on Thursday demanded that the 1973 Ordinance be amended to force four leading universities, including Dhaka University and Buet, to follow the combined admission test from this year.