[🇧🇩] Political Activities of Jamaat-E-Islami

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Igniting debate over Army is risky for nation, says Jamaat chief

Engendering controversy over the Army will ultimately bring nothing good for the nation and the “pride of the institution” must be protected so that it can serve the people, Jamaat-e-Islami chief Shafiqur Rahman has said. Speaking at the opening of Majlis-e-Shura at Al Falah Auditorium

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Igniting debate over Army is risky for nation, says Jamaat chief

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May 24, 2025 20:06
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May 24, 2025 20:06

Engendering controversy over the Army will ultimately bring nothing good for the nation and the “pride of the institution” must be protected so that it can serve the people, Jamaat-e-Islami chief Shafiqur Rahman has said.

Speaking at the opening of Majlis-e-Shura at Al Falah Auditorium in Moghbazar on Saturday, he underlined the Army’s “prestigious contribution” at different turning points in Bangladesh’s history, bdnews24.com reports.

“The Army is our pride; it has many prestigious contributions at different important points of Bangladesh’s history. The Army was forged through Bangladesh’s struggle for independence,” he said.

“Inciting controversy about the Army may plunge the nation into grave risks. We want to keep our beloved, proud Army free from such controversies. May Allah assist everyone in doing this.

Shafiqur urged everyone to keep the Army in a position of pride and defend the dignity of the institution so that it continues to serve the people.

“I think we should all refrain from making any sort of comment on the Army. This involves the overall security of the country.

Shafiqur again called on the interim government to organise a dialogue to end the ongoing political crisis, compounded by Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus’s statement that he was “contemplating resignation”.

He said, “It will not be appropriate under any circumstances to push the nation further into uncertainty through conflict and tear gas. This culture should end.

“For this, a meaningful dialogue is needed. This responsibility should be primarily taken by the current government and they should organise a dialogue. No matter how big the problem is, we believe that it is possible to reach a satisfactory solution through discussion.”

Shafiqur said, “Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has already taken some steps from its own position. First, from the executive council meeting, we have called on the interim government to convene an all-party meeting.

“We hope that something good will come out of that meeting, giving priority to national interests.”​

 

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Jamaat leader seeks clear roadmap on elections and reforms in meeting with CA

Following a meeting with Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus, the Ameer of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, Dr Shafiqur Rahman, has revealed that his party has sought clarity on two key issues: the timing of the upcoming national elections and visible progress on institutional r

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Jamaat leader seeks clear roadmap on elections and reforms in meeting with CA

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May 24, 2025 22:29
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Following a meeting with Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus, the Ameer of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, Dr Shafiqur Rahman, has revealed that his party has sought clarity on two key issues: the timing of the upcoming national elections and visible progress on institutional reforms and justice.

Speaking to journalists at approximately 9:30 PM outside the official residence of the Chief Adviser, Dr Rahman emphasised the importance of transparency and concrete steps in the current transitional period, according to local media.

“We told him two things need to be made clear,” Dr Rahman said. “First, when exactly will the election take place? The election should be held within the timeframe you’ve outlined, but at a point where it won’t cause undue suffering to the public – a comfortable and reasonable time.”

“Secondly,” he added, “before the election, there must be some visible progress on reforms and accountability processes that people can witness. If we proceed to elections without concluding essential reforms, it will fail to meet public expectations.”

Dr Rahman acknowledged the limitations of the interim government’s mandate, saying, “Of course, not all reforms can be completed immediately. But they’ve begun work on five specific areas. These at least need to be satisfactorily resolved.”

In response to recent political developments and reports of adviser resignations, the Jamaat leader clarified that his party is not demanding anyone’s resignation. “We haven’t called for anyone to step down,” he stated.

The comments come amid growing calls from political groups and civil society for the interim administration to provide a clear path forward after the mass uprising in July 2024, which led to the fall of the previous regime and the formation of the current caretaker government.​

 

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We won’t support anything against national interest: Jamaat Ameer

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman on Sunday firmly said that their party will not support any initiative that goes against the country’s interest. “Our party won’t support any initiative that goes against the country’s interests - be it a humanitarian corr

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We won’t support anything against national interest: Jamaat Ameer

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May 25, 2025 21:18
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May 25, 2025 21:18

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman on Sunday firmly said that their party will not support any initiative that goes against the country’s interest.

“Our party won’t support any initiative that goes against the country’s interests - be it a humanitarian corridor or a port - if it compromises national interest, we will say no,” he said.

The Jamaat Ameer was exchanging views with tea workers at Dakshin Bazar in Kulaura Upazila here in the district, reports BSS.

Talking on the issue of the corridor, he asserted that any such decision must come through the elected government in Parliament and involve discussions with all political parties.

Regarding elections, Dr Shafiqur referred to remarks made by the Chief Adviser, saying, “There will be an election that makes history. People will vote with a smiling face. No one will be able to say their vote has been cast by someone else.”

On the establishment of rights and living conditions development of tea workers, he said, “Every citizen of this country deserves equal rights. The government must treat tea workers just like any other citizen.”

Mentioning that they (tea workers) are still deprived of their basic rights, he said, “If we are given responsibility through the people’s vote, we will ensure your dignity and support for the development of their children’s potential.”

The Jamaat Ameer also highlighted their plans for education and integration of tea workers into modern garden management systems, stating, “We don’t treat anyone based on religion. We want to build a harmonious society.”

Speaking towards the tea workers, he said, “It may take time for you to call us, but it will not take time for us to respond. We are all equal owners of this country.”

With Kulaura Upazila Jamaat Ameer Assistant Professor Abdul Muntazim in the chair, Central Jamaat Assistant Secretary General Ehsanul Mahbub Zubair, Sylhet City Ameer Md. Fakhrul Islam, Moulvibazar District Ameer Engineer Shahed Ali, Secretary Yamir Ali, Kulaura Upazila Jamaat former Ameer Khandaker Abdus Sobhan and Lecturer Hamid Khan, Secretary Belal Ahmed Chowdhury and other leaders at various levels were present.

In addition to exchanging views with the tea workers, Dr Shafiqur Rahman participated in various party programs throughout the day.​

 

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Top Jamaat leaders meet Army Chief, term it a ‘courtesy call’

Jamaat-e-Islami’s top leaders met the Army Chief on Saturday night, as speculation grows over Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus’s possible resignation. Party Ameer Shafiqur Rahman and Nayeb-e-Ameer Syed Abdullah Muhammad Taher met General Waker-uz-Zaman at Dhaka Cantonment after a meeting w

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Top Jamaat leaders meet Army Chief, term it a ‘courtesy call’

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May 27, 2025 20:04
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May 27, 2025 20:08

Jamaat-e-Islami’s top leaders met the Army Chief on Saturday night, as speculation grows over Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus’s possible resignation.

Party Ameer Shafiqur Rahman and Nayeb-e-Ameer Syed Abdullah Muhammad Taher met General Waker-uz-Zaman at Dhaka Cantonment after a meeting with Yunus at Jamuna, the official residence of the chief adviser.

Jamaat leader Taher confirmed the meeting, saying it was held at their request. “It was not a formal meeting, but a courtesy visit,” he said. “There were some informal discussions.”

He said Jamaat wants a fair election and is trying to help build understanding and coordination between the government and the army.

Professor Yunus, during a meeting with advisers last Thursday, reportedly expressed frustration over the current political situation.

He is said to have questioned whether there was any point in continuing in his role if he could not work effectively.

Later, after a one-to-one meeting with Chief Adviser Yunus, National Citizen Party Convenor Nahid Islam told the media that Yunus was “considering resignation.”

Yunus has since met leaders of BNP, Jamaat, and National Citizens Party and other political parties.

According to relevant sources, the Jamaat-Army Chief meeting was part of wider efforts to reduce tensions between the government and the military.

Unconfirmed reports have it that leaders of another major political party met the Army Chief earlier.​

 

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Forgive us for any behaviour or performance that hurt you: Jamaat ameer

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami ameer Shafiqur Rahman on Tuesday sought apologies to “everyone” if anyone is harmed for the party or any of its activists anywhere in the country. “We, as a party, do not claim we are immune to mistakes. We seek unconditional apology to everyone whoever has been...

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Forgive us for any behaviour or performance that hurt you: Jamaat ameer
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Updated: 27 May 2025, 16: 18

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami ameer Shafiqur Rahman addresses an emergency media conference in the capital’s Institution of Diploma Engineers, Bangladesh on 27 May 2025 Prothom Alo

Jamaat ameer Shafiqur Rahman has sought apology from everyone who may have been harmed due to the party or any of its activists anywhere in the country.

“We, as a party, do not claim we are above all mistakes. We seek unconditional apology to everyone whoever has been harmed because of the party or any of its activists anywhere. Please, forgive us. Please forgive us even if you are hurt because of our conduct and any performance,” he said.

The Jamaat ameer was addressing an emergency media conference in the capital’s Institution of Diploma Engineers, Bangladesh (IDEB) around 12:00 pm on Tuesday.

The press conference was organised over a Supreme Court verdict that acquitted Jamaat leader ATM Azharul Islam of the crimes committed against humanity during the liberation war in 1971.

This verdict has proved that the truth cannot be suppressed, Shafiqur Rahman stated.

The Jamaat ameer further said several burning issues for the nation are still unresolved. He urged all the political parties to prioritise the interests of the people.

“If Allah wishes, we promise, we will put an end to the politics of vengeance and discrimination if we get the responsibility of serving the nation with the support of the people. Taking the help of the people we will try our best to dispel discrimination from the society,” he added.

The Jamaat ameer said, “We faced severe injustice during the regime of Sheikh Hasina. Our top 11 leaders were killed through trumped up cases, staged court and false witnesses.”

ATM Azharul Islam got justice, he said, adding that he has been acquitted of all the accusations brought against him.

According to him, limitless falsehood was adopted to conduct the cases.

He said former Chief Justice SK Sinha in his book acknowledged how the judiciary and the government made a cool-headed plan for killing instead of conducting a trial. An environment was created so that no one could protest against this.

The Jamaat ameer said the family members were tortured after each verdict which destroyed the families.

Shafiqur Rahman said the international customary laws or the domestic customary laws were not adopted while conducting the cases. Neither the constitution nor the law was an issue on that day. The wishes, be it legal or illegal, of those who ran the court were the main issues.

The Jamaat ameer said the UK High Court in a verdict said the cases were “genocide of justice”. They did not say “killing of justice” because this was not about a single lawsuit.

Shafiqur Rahman further said the Bangladesh Supreme Court today said “miscarriage of justice”. This was a genocide of leaders. The motive was to make the party leaderless. But they (Jamaat) did not take revenge, they sought justice.​

 

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Jamaat chief seeks unconditional forgiveness

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami ameer Shafiqur Rahman on Tuesday sought unconditional forgiveness from those who have been hurt or harmed by actions or words of any members of the party.

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Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami organises a press conference at the Institution of Diploma Engineers in Dhaka on Tuesday. | UNB photo

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami ameer Shafiqur Rahman on Tuesday sought unconditional forgiveness from those who have been hurt or harmed by actions or words of any members of the party.

Speaking at a press conference held at the Institution of Diploma Engineers in Dhaka, the Jamaat chief said, ‘No one is above mistakes, and as a political party, we do not claim to be exempt from errors. We seek unconditional forgiveness from anyone who has suffered or been hurt by any of our leaders or activists. Please forgive us.’Political party merchandise

He said the party tried to stand by the families of those who were martyred or injured during student-led mass uprising. ‘Due to many limitations, we could not fulfil all of our responsibilities. If we have caused anyone pain through our words or actions, in any way, at any time, we ask for forgiveness,’ he added.

The Jamaat ameer also said that the party had long awaited what he called a ‘just verdict,’ referring to the Supreme Court ruling that acquitted Jamaat’s former acting secretary general ATM Azharul Islam of all charges.

According to Shafiqur, Azharul was initially handed the death penalty without proper adherence to either international or domestic laws. ‘At that time, the Constitution was ignored, laws held no significance. The court operated at the whim of those who pulled the strings. Their wishes, whether lawful or unlawful, became the law,’ he claimed.

The press conference was convened to share Jamaat’s official reaction to the Supreme Court’s verdict that acquitted Azharul Islam.

The Jamaat chief further claimed that the party had endured severe repression during the rule of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina. ‘Eleven top leaders of our party were victims of judicial killings in fabricated, stage-managed cases, based on false testimonies,’ he alleged.

Senior Jamaat leaders present at the press conference included Nayeb-e-Ameer Mujibur Rahman, Syed Abdullah Mohammad Taher, acting Secretary General Maulana ATM Masum and others from the party.​

 

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Jamaat denies rumours of its leader's secret Doha visit

Jamaat-e-Islami has denied claims circulating on social media that party chief Shafiqur Rahman secretly visited Doha, Qatar. In a statement issued on Sunday, the party’s acting Secretary General, Maulana ATM Masum, said the rumour was false and intended to discredit the Jamaat leader, accord

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Jamaat denies rumours of its leader's secret Doha visit

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Jun 01, 2025 23:00
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Jun 01, 2025 23:00

Jamaat-e-Islami has denied claims circulating on social media that party chief Shafiqur Rahman secretly visited Doha, Qatar.

In a statement issued on Sunday, the party’s acting Secretary General, Maulana ATM Masum, said the rumour was false and intended to discredit the Jamaat leader, according to local media.

He stated that Shafiqur Rahman remained in Bangladesh throughout the period in question and carried out various party activities. Between May 28 and 31, he attended events in Dhaka, led a student workshop, and chaired a central executive meeting.

On May 31, Rahman travelled to Syedpur to attend the closing session of a two-day training camp and returned to Dhaka the same evening. Jamaat has urged all to refrain from spreading misinformation.​

 

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Jamaat calls for national election between December and April

Jamaat-e-Islami has expressed its desire to hold the next national election between December this year and April next year. The party conveyed this position during a meeting with Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus at the Foreign Service Academy on Monday afternoon, according to local media. J

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Jamaat calls for national election between December and April

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Jun 02, 2025 22:54
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Jun 02, 2025 22:54

Jamaat-e-Islami has expressed its desire to hold the next national election between December this year and April next year.

The party conveyed this position during a meeting with Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus at the Foreign Service Academy on Monday afternoon, according to local media.

Jamaat’s Deputy Amir Syed Abdullah Muhammad Taher said the party is flexible on the election date but prefers it within the December-April timeframe.

Discussions also covered political reforms, aiming for completion by July. Taher added that all parties would meet from tomorrow to seek consensus on outstanding issues, with a final charter expected in July.

Regarding the election schedule, Taher said while some parties favour December, Jamaat ruled out May and June due to unsuitable weather conditions. They urged the Chief Adviser to announce a date within the suggested timeframe to alleviate public uncertainty.

Other topics included establishing voting rights for expatriates and ensuring a level playing field for all political parties.​