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Saif · Dec 24, 2024

Tarique Rahman for establishing peace, stability in society

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) acting Chairman Tarique Rahman has said it is very important for all to make commitment for establishing peace and stability in the society by giving up hatred and violence and preventing all kinds of injustice and cruelty. He said this in a message on the

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Tarique Rahman for establishing peace, stability in society
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Dec 24, 2024 22:30
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Dec 24, 2024 22:30

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) acting Chairman Tarique Rahman has said it is very important for all to make commitment for establishing peace and stability in the society by giving up hatred and violence and preventing all kinds of injustice and cruelty.

He said this in a message on the eve of Christmas Day, the biggest religious festival of Christian community, reports BSS.

Tarique Rahman extended his heartfelt greetings and congratulations to all Christians in the world, including Bangladesh, and wished happiness, peace and prosperity of them.

“It is possible to involve ourselves in human welfare only if we can properly understand the philosophy of life of great persons. And if we can involve ourselves in human welfare, we will be able to achieve the satisfaction of the Creator,” he said.

He said Great Jesus Christ, the guide of truth, justice, peace and mercy, came to the earth on this day.

“This day is very sacred and glorious for all Christians around the world. He came to strengthen the human bond. A large population of the world follows the religion and philosophy of Jesus Christ,” he said.

BNP’s acting chairman said the essence of all religions is the search for peace, coexistence and humanity.

Through selfless dedication, great men have guided people to the path of truth and justice and inspired people to build a collective happy life by destroying untruth and achieving high moral excellence, he said.

Noting that Jesus Christ also inspired his followers in a similar way with relentless and sincere love for humanity, Tarique Rahman said, Christmas is a universal religious festival.

Festivals awaken the joyful essence of people, he said, adding that harmony, coexistence and good wishes are at the heart of the festival.

“As human beings, it is our duty to work for the welfare of the country, society and people from our respective positions," said Tarique Rahman.

He wished all the Christmas programmes grand a success.

Saif · Dec 24, 2024

Those involved in genocide won't be allowed to join BNP: Mirza Fakhrul

BNP secretary general Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has said that individuals involved in genocide will not be allowed to join the party. He made this remark while speaking to newsmen at the Thakurgaon Press Club on Tuesday at around 11:30am.

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Those involved in genocide won't be allowed to join BNP: Mirza Fakhrul
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Thakurgaon
Published: 24 Dec 2024, 16: 49

BNP secretary general Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir speaking to newsmen at the Thakurgaon Press Club premises on Tuesday. Prothom Alo

BNP secretary general Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has said that individuals involved in genocide will not be allowed to join the party.

He made this remark while speaking to newsmen at the Thakurgaon Press Club on Tuesday at around 11:30am.

Mirza Fakhrul was present at the press club earlier to distribute warm clothes among people suffering from the cold. After the distribution, he spoke with the media.

During the interaction, a newsman mentioned that leaders of the Awami League are joining BNP in various districts across the country.

When he asked about the matter, Mirza Fakhrul said, “I am not aware of this. However, we can say that we have a directive in place—those involved in terrorism, genocide, or corruption will not be allowed to join BNP.”

The BNP leader further commented on the cold weather in Thakurgaon, noting that the people of the area suffer greatly due to the cold.

“We had hoped that the government would distribute warm clothes among the underprivileged, but we have not seen any such initiative so far. Therefore, we have collected a small number of clothes on behalf of the party. I hope the government will step in and distribute blankets to those in need during this cold weather,” he said.

Regarding the way to overcome fascism, Mirza Fakhrul said, “The only way to overcome corruption and fascism is to establish democracy. The rule of the people, by the people, must be established. This means the country should be governed by the parliament elected by the people. I do not know of any other way. If the institutions of democracy are built, that will be the greatest safeguard.”

Thakurgaon district BNP joint secretary general Paygam Ali, Municipal BNP president Shariful Islam, general secretary Tariq Adnan, and district Chhatra Dal president Mohammad Kayes, among others, were present at the event.

Saif · Dec 27, 2024

We must not forget 1971: Mirza Fakhrul

We have come this far through the struggles and sacrifices of the students, BNP secretary general Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir said

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We must not forget 1971: Mirza Fakhrul
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Dhaka
Updated: 27 Dec 2024, 21: 10

BNP secretary general Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir speaks at a “Which Way to Unity” session of the two-day national dialogue, organised by the Forum for Bangladesh Studies at the Krishibid Institution Bangladesh in the capital's Farmgate on 27 December 2024 Tanvir Ahammed

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) secretary general Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has said, “We must not forget 1971 and keep in mind the gradual struggles of democracy since 1971. Today, we have come this far through those struggles and the sacrifices of the students.”

He made the remarks while speaking at a session of the two-day national dialogue, “Unity in Which Way”, organised by the Forum for Bangladesh Studies at the Krishibid Institution Bangladesh in the capital’s Farmgate on Friday.

The BNP leader said, “Bangladesh is currently crossing a very crucial political period. Today, the questions that have come to the fore are about unity, reform and election. We are such an unfortunate nation that we have to talk about these even after 53 years of independence. It would have been so good if we had stepped forward after working on it from the very beginning.”

At one point in his speech, Mirza Fakhrul Islam stated, “There is something that is absolutely necessary - we must not forget 1971 ever. We all must keep in mind the gradual struggles for democracy since 1971, as well as everyone who was involved in it. We have come this far through these fights and the sacrifice of the students.”

Saying that the BNP started a struggle, as well as stood against fascism in 2012, he added, “Many of our political leaders were killed, maimed and jailed in that time. Six million people of our party face trumped-up lawsuits, more than 700 leaders and activists become victims of enforced disappearance; over 20,000 people were killed and everybody knows about secret detention centres.

“We never stopped. We have tried to be vocal since the beginning and we did not find many people with us at that time. But we see them now on the front rows and we feel good,” he sarcastically noted.

Mentioning the BNP’s Vision 2023 announced in 2016 and 10-point and 31-point demands announced in 2022, Mirza Fakhrul expressed that the party is very sincere about reforms. “BNP has been in favour of reform since the beginning.”

Mirza Fakhrul further said, “It is unfortunate that some remarks are coming that BNP wants elections, not reform, but this is not correct. We want to go to elections after the minimum reform required for a credible election.

Nothing is possible by imposing anything, he said adding, “Elections were credible under caretaker governments. People deemed this system necessary and accepted it. But had we gone for a presidential system I think people would have not accepted it. I think nothing will be possible without people. You must prepare the people.”

The BNP secretary general expects those, who are in various commissions, will arrange a system to maintain communication with the people.

He said, “Constitution reform commission head Dr Ali Riaz has revealed that the commission received over 100,000 proposals. It is very good news. I have heard the commission would submit recommendations to the government, and then the government will sit with the political parties. I think it would have been better and more effective if the commission had sat with the political parties. Now the government will sit with the political parties and hold dialogues, and it will take more time. I think the more time will go by, the problems will intensify more. The actual problem lies elsewhere. With whom will you implement those?”

Explaining his question, Mirza Fakhrul said, “Your administration, the government machinery are still entirely trapped in fascism. Nothing has changed. If there is no structure, we cannot do anything quickly even if something is just imposed from the above. So, our structure and institutions must be fixed. We will succeed in democracy once institutions are built pro-democracy.”

Saif · Dec 28, 2024

Perception is growing that govt is deliberately delaying election: Fakhrul

BNP secretary general Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir said he doesn’t think an unelected government should be in power for a long time.

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Perception is growing that govt is deliberately delaying election: Fakhrul
Staff Correspondent
Dhaka
Published: 28 Dec 2024, 19: 47

Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir speaks at a discussion arranged by Jagpa Prothom Alo

BNP secretary general Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir said he doesn’t think an unelected government should be in power for a long time.

“We want reforms, actually we want more reforms. But we also want an unelected government to not reign for a long time,” Mirza Fakhrul said while addressing a discussion by the Jatiya Ganatantrik Party (Jagpa) at National Press Club today.

The BNP leader expressed his apprehension about a possible delay in holding the next general election referring to a remark of chief adviser Muhammad Yunus where he suggested setting the minimum age for being a voter to 17 years from 18 years.

“Doing this will lead to more lingering. It’s not us…but we reckon people have an assumption that this government is deliberately lingering the election process,” Mirza Fakhrul remarked.

Chief adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Friday suggested that the minimum voter age should be 17 years. He made the comment while addressing a two-day long dialogue arranged by Forum for Bangladesh Studies (FBS) at Krishibid Institution Bangladesh.

The BNP secretary general said the CA’s remark has sparked a controversy among the people.

He said changing the minimum age will require making a new voter list.

“I think before making such comments, the issue should have been discussed with stakeholders to avert any controversy,” Fakhrul added.

He also suggested the issue of minimum age for voters should be left to the election commission.

“You are the chief executive of the state. But you are suggesting that the age should be 17. By doing so, you are compelling the election commission. If the age is to be decreased, let the newly formed election commission make a proposal in the end. They will decide…however, any suggestion from him (CA) kind of creates pressure to the election commission,” said Mirza Fakhrul.

Reiterating his party’s full-fledged support to the interim government, Mirza Fakhrul again urged the government to hold the election quickly.

“We reiterate our all-out support to this interim government led by Muhammad Yunus. And we want this government to be successful and we are prepared to extend all cooperation to them. We will request the government to hold the election quickly,” he said.

Mirza Fakhrul reasoned that any delay in holding the election will only exacerbate the existing crisis be it country’s sovereignty, border issues and sabotages.

He also expressed frustration that no case is yet to be filed over money laundering.

“There has not been a single case against those who plundered the banks. The cases that are being filed are just like before arrangning 1000/1500 unknown persons. Such cases are paving way for a trade,” he alleged.

Jagpa president Khandakar Lutfur Rahman chaired and general secretary Jakir Hossain conducted the programme.

Jatiya Party (Kazi Jafar) Mustafa Jamal Haider, National People's Party (NPP) chairman Fariduzzaman Farhad, BNP chairperson's advisory council member Aman Ullah Aman, NDP chairman Abu Taher, Samyabadi Dal general secretary Syed Nazrul Islam, NAP chairman MN Shawon Sadeqi, among others, spoke at the discussion.

Bilal9 · Dec 28, 2024

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BNP criticises Adviser Nahid over remarks on political parties

BNP yesterday slammed Information and Broadcasting Adviser Nahid Islam for accusing political parties of trying to fail the interim government, warning that such inappropriate statements can create a rift in national unity

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BNP criticises Adviser Nahid over remarks on political parties

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BNP yesterday slammed Information and Broadcasting Adviser Nahid Islam for accusing political parties of trying to fail the interim government, warning that such inappropriate statements can create a rift in national unity.

"I think he (adviser) should not have made such a remark. He didn't say the right thing. It may create a rift in national unity," said BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi while speaking at a press conference at the party's Nayapaltan office.

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He said it is the main responsibility of the interim government to hold a free, fair, and inclusive election within a short time, which is also the wish of the people.

"But if any contradictory or questionable statements come from their (government's) side, it'll harm national unity," the BNP leader observed.

He said the government can benefit from the criticism made by political parties. "Criticism is an essential element for strengthening democracy. You can't deny this element."

Rizvi also said country's democratic political parties have set an example of unity amid local and international conspiracies. "You (the government) must take this into consideration."

He said the political parties are urging the government to arrange elections after completing the reforms within a reasonable time.

"Is the election different from other elements of democracy? In fact, the election is the most important democratic practice," the BNP leader mentioned.

He said the government should not ignore the political parties' demand.

Earlier, on Wednesday, Information and Broadcasting Adviser Nahid Islam reportedly said political parties are prioritising the election over reforms.

During a meeting at the Secretariat with a delegation from British Global Partners Governance (GPG), the adviser also mentioned that political parties are attempting to make the interim government fail.

I think the students forming a political party will happen before BNP gets to election.

And of course BNP leadership knows that.

Some entities are already drooling to fish in troubled waters. ;-)