Internal divisions within the BDP have become more pronounced, and Balopi’s recent public remarks reflect the long road ahead in achieving internal cohesion. During a press conference held on Tuesday, Balopi revealed efforts made to foster collaboration and inclusivity within the party. As part of his strategy to promote unity and transparency, he said that he had extended invitations to former members of the party’s Central Committee (CC) as well as regional committees. His intention was to brief them on the vision and operational approach of the newly elected committee. “This gesture, aimed at promoting continuity and cooperation, was an essential step in building bridges between the past and the present leadership,” Balopi revealed .
However, the initiative did not unfold as anticipated. According to Balopi, several key figures from the previous CC chose not to attend the meeting. Their absence highlighted the underlying tensions and perhaps skepticism amongst some party veterans regarding the new leadership. Despite this setback, Balopi expressed gratitude toward one prominent figure, businessman and party stalwart Satar Dada, who did attend and engaged constructively in the discussions. Balopi’s acknowledgment of Dada’s participation underscored the importance of experienced leadership during times of transition. He said Dada’s involvement has proven particularly valuable in financial matters. Also, Balopi noted that the former treasurer has been collaborating with the current finance team to provide insights into how the party's finances were previously managed. Nonetheless, Balopi did not shy away from expressing concern about the state of the party’s finances. “It is not what we thought,” he said. In terms of the formal handing over of responsibilities, Balopi disclosed that the process has not yet taken place. While he remained optimistic that it would occur in due time, his remarks suggested a degree of uncertainty. “It is still early. We hope it will happen,” he stated.
