Survey: New Student-Led Political Party struggles, trails behind BNP, Jamaat, and even Awami League

In the fast-evolving political landscape of Bangladesh, the much-anticipated student-led political party NCP seems to be struggling to find its footing, as highlighted by a recent survey.

This new political movement, initially expected to make a strong impact among the youth, has not only failed to meet expectations but is now showing weaker popularity compared to Awami League, which has been losing ground in recent years.

The survey, conducted by Innovation Consulting, was aimed at understanding the public‍‍`s perception and expectations ahead of the next national election.

The results revealed that only 5.14% of voters are supporting the new student-led party, a figure that reflects its failure to gain significant traction among the electorate.

While the party was seen as a fresh and youthful alternative, it has clearly struggled to win the confidence of voters.

By contrast, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leads the race with 42% voter support, followed by Jamaat-e-Islami at 31.56%, and the Awami League, which has managed to secure 13.96% of the vote.

These figures suggest that the student-led party’s attempts to disrupt the established political scene have largely fallen flat, raising doubts about its potential to emerge as a serious contender in the upcoming election.

Failing to Connect with Youth Voters

Political analysts attribute the poor performance of the student-led party to several factors, including disorganized leadership and ineffective campaigning strategies.

Initially, many thought the party could tap into the youth’s desire for change, but it seems to have failed to engage its core audience.

While the party was expected to capture the attention of young voters, its low approval rating indicates otherwise.

In a statement reflecting on the new party‍‍`s weak performance, one analyst said, “The student-led party was expected to fill the vacuum left by traditional politics, but it has not been able to do so. Its inability to communicate a clear vision has cost it dearly.”

Regional data from the survey shows that the BNP is leading in six divisions—Barishal, Chattogram, Dhaka, Mymensingh, Rajshahi, and Sylhet—while Jamaat-e-Islami has taken the lead in Khulna and Rangpur divisions.

The new party has failed to make inroads in any significant region, further highlighting its lack of widespread appeal.

Public’s Dissatisfaction with the Interim Government

While the new party faces its own struggles, the survey also highlights growing public dissatisfaction with the interim government‍‍`s performance.

Voters have expressed concerns over rising prices, poor law and order, and insufficient employment opportunities, all of which have yet to be adequately addressed.

One of the most pressing concerns for voters is controlling the cost of goods, with 69.6% of survey respondents identifying it as their top priority.

Law and order came second at 45.2%, while 29.1% of voters highlighted job creation as an urgent need.

However, the interim government’s performance in these areas has been far from satisfactory.

Only 2.62% of voters believe that the government has been successful in controlling the rising prices, while a staggering 55.05% say that no significant improvement has been made in this area.

In addition, 58.28% of respondents believe that the government has failed to maintain law and order, and 74.21% are disappointed with the lack of progress in job creation.

Other areas where the government is seen to have fallen short include reducing corruption, improving election security, and ensuring a favorable business environment.

Nearly 68.26% believe that the government has failed to create a safe and fair election atmosphere.

Outlook Ahead of the Election

As the next national election approaches, both the new student-led party and the interim government find themselves facing significant challenges.

The party, which initially positioned itself as the voice of the youth, will need to rethink its strategy and figure out how to resonate more with voters.

On the other hand, the interim government will be under pressure to address public concerns, particularly in key areas like the economy, law and order, and employment.

The road to the election may be tough for all involved, and as the political landscape continues to shift, it remains to be seen whether the new party can rise to the occasion or if it will be left behind in the race for votes.