Senior Lawyer Shahriar Kabir Signals Exit from NCP; Social Media Post Goes Viral

Late Sunday night, May 3, 2026, the prominent lawyer took to his verified Facebook page to hint at his resignation from the National Citizens' Party (NCP).

In a concise English post, Kabir wrote: "Time to say goodbye to NCP. Best wishes." Within just ten hours, the post garnered nearly 60,000 likes and over 6,500 comments, reflecting the high level of public interest in his political standing. While the message clearly signals an end to his tenure with the party, Kabir has yet to provide a detailed explanation for his departure or announce his next steps.

Shahriar Kabir has long been a vital figure in the NCP’s operations, particularly in its legal and policy-making wings. Political analysts suggest that his sudden "goodbye" could point to internal shifts or strategic disagreements within the party. The NCP, which emerged as a significant force following the July Uprising, has recently taken a more confrontational stance as an opposition power, recently joining an 11-party alliance and criticizing the current administration’s pace of state reforms.

The timing of this departure is particularly notable as the NCP navigates its role in the 13th National Parliament, where it holds seven seats. Whether Kabir is distancing himself due to the party's recent ideological realignment or for personal professional reasons remains unclear. For now, his exit leaves a notable void in the NCP’s senior leadership as the party prepares for potential street-level movements and further legislative challenges.