Advisor Mahfuz Alam stated that the participation of the middle class was crucial in preventing a large-scale escalation of protests in July. In a Facebook post on Friday, Alam reflected on the contributions of the middle class during the July-August demonstrations. He suggested that without their involvement, the protests could have resembled the 2013 Shapla protest—a large, and ultimately suppressed, demonstration. Alam’s post addressed the current political climate and the significant role played by the middle class in maintaining stability. He highlighted the importance of this demographic’s participation in shaping the outcome of recent events. The comments offer insight into the government’s assessment of the recent unrest and the factors that influenced its trajectory. Alam’s observation underscores the perceived influence of the middle class in the country’s political landscape.