Haji Md. Biplab Bhuiyan has emerged as a prominent contender for the upcoming Union Parishad election in Ward No. 3 of Narayanpur Union under Belabo upazila of Narsingdi.Known for his involvement in humanitarian and social activities, Biplab Bhuiyan is also regarded locally as an education-minded person who comes from a politically established family.Local voters believe that Biplab Bhuiyan could secure a decisive victory if he contests the election for the ward member post. His supporters say his long-standing involvement in various social activities has helped him build acceptance among residents of the ward.Biplab Bhuiyan’s family has a long political legacy in the area. According to locally available information, the family residence in Bhaterchar became known as ‘Chairman Bari’ in 1908. His family member, Shah Sufi Abdul Latif Bhuiyan, served as chairman of the then 32 unions of greater Raipura. Later, when Belabo Thana was formed with eight unions and the Narayanpur Union Board was established, he served as its chairman.His cousin, Comrade Shamsul Haque Bhuiyan, subsequently served as chairman of Narayanpur Union. Later, Abu Tarek Al-Hussain Bhuiyan became the first chairman of Belabo Upazila and subsequently served again as chairman of Narayanpur Union.Biplab Bhuiyan said he is a successor to the Chairman Bari family and wants to continue its political tradition by remaining close to the people. He said he is preparing to contest the election, taking into consideration the expectations and support of local residents. Many local voters believe that Biplab Bhuiyan enjoys considerable support in Ward No. 3 because of both his family’s political heritage and his involvement in social and humanitarian activities. However, his actual strength in the electoral race will ultimately be determined by the voters’ verdict.