An example of this internal strife is evident in Pirojpur district, where there are two factions within the Awami League. A faction led by Fisheries and Livestock Minister SM Rezaul Karim has nominated him for the Pirojpur-1 (Sadar-Nazirpur) constituency.
On the other hand, District Awami League President AKMA Awal, who was deprived of party nomination, has filed nomination papers as an independent candidate.
This division has led to conflicting loyalties among party leaders and workers. A section of the party, including the Pirojpur district president and general secretary as well as leaders from Sadar, Nazirpur and Indurkani upazilas, are supporting Awal.
Along with this, another section is in favor of Rezaul Karim. Leaders and activists predict that this internal division may intensify as elections approach.
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