Commenting that the Awami League is not a political party, BNP standing committee member Salahuddin Ahmed said that they have now become an undemocratic, fascist force, a kind of mafia organization.He said these things in a recent interview with a media outlet. When asked about the future of the Awami League, which was ousted from power in a mass uprising by students and the public, Salahuddin Ahmed said, "In my opinion, the Awami League is no longer a political party."They lost their ideals and character long ago. They have now become an undemocratic, fascist force, a kind of mafia organization. Democracy has never been practiced in their history since before 1975. Democracy is not in their blood.Regarding the upcoming elections, he said that the demands being made by various political parties around the elections are part of their larger strategy.He also expressed hope that national elections will be held in mid-February next year under the interim government.Urging a speedy conclusion of the National Consensus Commission's discussions on the reform proposals, he warned that unnecessary delays could disrupt the election process.