Speculation arose over the possible resignation of Nasiruddin Patwary, chief coordinator of the National Citizen Party (NCP), after several media outlets and social media posts claimed he had submitted a resignation letter citing party sources.

In response, the NCP issued a press statement around 2 a.m. on Friday, signed by the party’s Joint Member Secretary (Office), Saleh Uddin Sifat, rejecting the reports as baseless.

The statement said: “Nasiruddin Patwary remains with us. He recently carried out duties related to the party’s registration process with the Election Commission. As chief coordinator, he continues to oversee the responsibilities of various wings. Therefore, the reports regarding his resignation or release from the party are inaccurate.”

Earlier claims suggested Patwary had submitted his resignation to the party’s convener and member secretary two weeks ago. However, the NCP high command has not formally accepted any such letter.

Media reports linked the alleged resignation to potential changes in party roles ahead of the 13th National Election in February. Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuyain, former coordinator of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement and current adviser to the interim government, was reported to be joining the party and expected to assume the role of director of Election and Organizational Affairs, currently held by Patwary.

The reports also suggested that the party’s central leadership had given tacit approval to Asif Mahmud’s appointment, which allegedly led to Patwary’s discontent.

The NCP, however, firmly dismissed all claims regarding his resignation, reaffirming that Patwary continues to perform his duties as chief coordinator.

MN/