Dhaka, May 5 -- Newly elected BNP MP from reserved seat Nipun Roy Chowdhury on Tuesday said women lawmakers will not remain symbolic figures in Parliament but will actively represent people's concerns and work across multiple sectors to rebuild the country.

"We are not going to Parliament as ornaments. We are going to speak for the people and bring their real-life issues to the House," she said after paying tribute to BNP founder Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman and former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia at the Zia Udyan in the capital.

BNP Standing Committee Member Gayeshwar Chandra Roy was also present.

Nipun Roy said many women, especially those who are poor, oppressed and vulnerable, continue to face serious challenges, adding that lawmak...