Despite harbouring doubts and reservations about the government and certain other political actors, the BNP has opted for a strategy centered on cultivating a positive image by steering clear of confrontational politics to enhance its public image and build trust.

Party leaders said their aim is now to build public trust, demonstrating that the BNP can foster a positive political culture and will not emulate the actions of the Awami League if voted to power again.

In a recent standing committee meeting, BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman emphasised the importance of enhancing the party's reputation through positive actions, statements and the conduct of its rank and file.

The BNP policymakers also agreed that, despite their reservations and discontent over some actions and statements by the interim government, student leaders of the mass movement, and certain Islamist parties, particularly Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, the party should avoid confrontation. Instead, they should handle the situation tactfully, a BNP standing committee member told media.

He said the BNP aims to maintain a warm relationship with the government in order to persuade it to hold the national election as soon as possible, following necessary reforms to the electoral process, administration, and judiciary.

The BNP leader, however, said their party would continue to exert pressure on the government through political statements and divisional rallies, seeking a clear roadmap for the national election.

He also described the formation of the Election Commission as a positive step by the government towards preparing for the national election.

Another BNP standing committee member said they will respond to the interim government's proposals for reforms in various areas, including the Election Commission (EC), in the interest of ensuring a free, fair, and impartial election.

The Electoral Reforms Commission has already requested proposals from 22 political parties and alliances, including the BNP, on potential reforms to the electoral system.

"This matter was thoroughly discussed at our standing committee meeting on Tuesday (Nov 19) night. We have decided to submit our reform proposals to the government on several key issues," the BNP leader said.

Besides, he mentioned that the party has begun organising workshops on BNP’s 31-point state reform outline across all divisions, with the first one held in Dhaka on Tuesday, to generate public support.

The BNP policymakers also said they have taken steps to improve relations with student leaders of the mass movement, staying in regular contact with them, as they believe Jamaat has already developed a connection with them. "We will adopt the same approach towards Jamaat, as we are not seeking confrontation with the party, especially with the upcoming elections in mind."

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, speaking at a programme on Monday, warned party leaders and workers not to distance themselves from the students who played a pivotal role in the movement that brought down the Awami League regime.

He acknowledged that while the BNP had endured torture and harassment for 17 years, it was ultimately the students who played a crucial role in ousting Sheikh Hasina’s government. "We must not create any distance with the students. We should think about it. Students are saying many things, and they have that right.”