United People's Democratic Front facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
United People's Democratic Front
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| Abbreviation | UPDF |
| President | Prasit Bikash Khisa |
| General Secretary | Rabi Shankar Chakma |
| Founded | 26 December 1998 |
| Headquarters | Chittagong Hill Tracts |
| Ideology | Autonomy for the indigenous tribes of the Chittagong Hill Tracts |
| Seats in the Jatiyo Sangsad |
0 / 350
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| Election symbol | |
| Bow and arrow | |
The United People's Democratic Front (often called UPDF) is a political group in Bangladesh. It is based in a special area called the Chittagong Hill Tracts. Many of its members are from the Chakmas ethnic group. The UPDF says it wants the Hill Tracts to have more control over its own affairs, using peaceful and fair methods.
How the UPDF Started
The United People's Democratic Front began on December 26, 1998. This happened at a meeting held in Dhaka, the capital city of Bangladesh. After the meeting, a small group of five people was chosen to help get the party going. Prasit Bikash Khisha was the leader of this first group.
In November 2006, the party held another important meeting in Dhaka. During this meeting, Prasit Bikash Khisha was chosen to be the president of the UPDF. At the same time, Rabi Shankar Chakma became the new general secretary for the party.
Taking Part in Elections
The UPDF took part in the national elections in 2001. These were the eighth national parliamentary elections in Bangladesh. The party ran for two seats in the Chittagong Hill Tracts area.
Even though the UPDF did not win any seats, they received many votes. This was a surprise to many people who study politics. It showed that the party had a good amount of support from the voters.
Recent Activities
The UPDF continues to work towards its goals for the Chittagong Hill Tracts. The party focuses on issues important to the local people. They aim to represent the interests of the indigenous tribes in the region.
