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

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UN report exposes genocide under Hasina: Jamaat Ameer

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman said that the UN investigation report has made it clear to the world that genocide and human rights violations were committed in the country on the orders of the murderer Sheikh Hasina. In a statement on Saturday, the Jamaat leader sai

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UN report exposes genocide under Hasina: Jamaat Ameer
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Feb 15, 2025 21:59
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Feb 15, 2025 21:59

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman said that the UN investigation report has made it clear to the world that genocide and human rights violations were committed in the country on the orders of the murderer Sheikh Hasina.

In a statement on Saturday, the Jamaat leader said the inhuman and brutal genocide carried out by the fascist Sheikh Hasina in Bangladesh from July 1 to August 5 last year to remain in power has been acknowledged in the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) report.

He mentioned that the report has exposed the identities of the murderers and the masterminds behind the killings to the world.

"Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami welcomes and congratulates the OHCHR for revealing the 'truth' through this report," he added.

In the statement, he further mentioned that this UN report will serve as a document of genocide. He emphasised that the interim government must ensure that all perpetrators of genocide and those involved are brought to justice.

He said the people believe that the Awami League, as a criminal party responsible for genocide, has no right to engage in politics in the country.

"In line with this public demand, we believe the interim government should consider the call for banning the Awami League," he said.​

 

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‘Release Azharul, restore party registration’

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman yesterday warned that the government would be forced to accept their demands, including the release of former assistant secretary general ATM Azharul Islam, through an unstoppable movement.

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‘Release Azharul, restore party registration’
Demands Jamaat ameer

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Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman yesterday warned that the government would be forced to accept their demands, including the release of former assistant secretary general ATM Azharul Islam, through an unstoppable movement.

Azharul has been sentenced to death by the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT).

Shafiqur made these remarks at a rally organised by Jamaat's Dhaka north and south units at Paltan. The rally was part of a centrally declared programme demanding the release of Azharul, reinstatement of the party's electoral symbol "scale", and restoration of the party's registration.

Shafiqur said from 2009 to August 5, 2024, the Awami fascists ruled the country through misrule and tyranny, specifically targeting Jamaat by arresting and imprisoning its top leaders.

"During this crisis, Azharul was serving as the party's acting secretary general. Awami League unjustly kept him in prison for 13 years under false, baseless, and politically motivated charges," he claimed.

He questioned the interim government, asking, "Even though the country has been freed from fascism, why has Azharul Islam not been released?" He demanded a clear timeline for his release. "We are dealing with the situation with extreme patience, but everything has a limit."

Protest rallies were held in 79 metropolitan and district units of Jamaat yesterday.​

 

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Jamaat to stage mass sit-in demanding release of ATM Azharul

Jamaat-e-Islami has announced a “mass” sit-in demanding the release of ATM Azharul Islam, who has been sentenced to death for crimes against humanity during the 1971 Liberation War. The programme is set to take place on Feb 25 from 2pm to 4pm outside the Chief Advisor’s Office in

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Jamaat to stage mass sit-in demanding release of ATM Azharul
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Published :
Feb 22, 2025 00:23
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Feb 22, 2025 00:23

Jamaat-e-Islami has announced a “mass” sit-in demanding the release of ATM Azharul Islam, who has been sentenced to death for crimes against humanity during the 1971 Liberation War.

The programme is set to take place on Feb 25 from 2pm to 4pm outside the Chief Advisor’s Office in Dhaka.

In a statement, the party’s Secretary General Mia Golam Parwar said: “Our party chief Shafiqur Rahman will be the chief guest at the programme.

“We call upon the people of Bangladesh to participate spontaneously in this programme to ensure the release of ATM Azharul Islam.”

He continued, “Assistant Secretary General of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Azharul has been in prison for over 13 years due to false and fabricated cases by the then fascist government.

“Following the fall of the fascist regime, many leaders and activists of anti-fascist political parties have been released.

“The people of the country had hoped that ATM Azharul, who has suffered extreme oppression and persecution, would also be freed in a Bangladesh free from autocracy.

“However, even after nearly six and a half months of the interim government assuming power, he has not been released. This has left the nation shocked.”

The International Crimes Tribunal sentenced Azharul to death on Dec 30, 2014, in a case of crimes against humanity in 1971.

Then, the Appellate Division upheld the death sentence in its verdict on Oct 31, 2019.

According to the tribunal’s verdict, Azharul was the district president of Islami Chhatra Sangha in 1971. Under his leadership, more than 1,400 people were killed in mass killings in Greater Rangpur, and numerous women were raped, abducted, and subjected to torture.

Azharul filed a plea with the Appellate Division on Jul 19, 2020, seeking a review of the verdict, which had been pending for a long time.

After the political change, senior lawyer Abdur Razzaq presented the review petition to the court on Jan 9, assisted by lawyers Mohammad Shishir Manir, Ehsan Abdullah Siddiq, and Najib Momen.

The Appellate Division initially scheduled the hearing for Jan 23.

Later, on that date, the four-judge bench led by Chief Justice Syed Refaat Ahmed rescheduled it for Feb 20.

However, the hearing did not take place and a new date has now been set for Feb 27.​

 

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Local elections first, national polls after reforms: Jamaat Ameer

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has said that the local government elections must be held promptly to ensure public access to services. He made the remark as the chief guest at a street rally organized by Chandpur district Jamaat on West Bazar Road in the district’s Haji

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Local elections first, national polls after reforms: Jamaat Ameer
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Published :
Feb 22, 2025 21:07
Updated :
Feb 22, 2025 21:07

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has said that the local government elections must be held promptly to ensure public access to services.

He made the remark as the chief guest at a street rally organized by Chandpur district Jamaat on West Bazar Road in the district’s Hajiganj on Saturday afternoon.

The Jamaat Ameer said, “We want a national election only after ensuring political and administrative reforms in the country. Elections should be held under the proportional representation system so that no vote is wasted and every vote carries value.”

Dr. Shafiqur further said, “Those who extort money from vehicles are taking it from the pockets of 18 crore people, even from beggars. This extortion must stop.”

The rally was presided over by Advocate Masudul Islam Bulbul, a central Majlis-e-Shura member and Naib-e-Ameer of Jamaat-e-Islami, while Advocate Shahjahan Mia, the district Jamaat secretary, conducted the event.

Among the special guests were Jamaat-e-Islami Central Assistant Secretary ATM Masud, Central Executive Committee member Mobarak Hossain, and Dhaka South Assistant Secretary Kamal Uddin, among others.

The event began with a recitation from the Holy Quran by Sadar Upazila Ameer Maulana Afsar Uddin Miyaji.

Thousands of party leaders, activists, and supporters attended the rally.​

 

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Jamaat calls off sit-in in front of CA office tomorrow

Shafiqur Rahman calls on Yunus

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Jamaat calls off sit-in in front of CA office tomorrow
Shafiqur Rahman calls on Yunus

Jamaat-e-Islami tonight announced to suspend its sit-in in front of the Chief Adviser's Office in the capital tomorrow demanding release of former Jamaat acting secretary general ATM Azharul Islam.

The announcement came hours after Jamaat Ameer Shafiqur Rahman held a meeting with Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus at the latter's residence in state guest house Jamuna in the city.

The meeting was held at around 4:00pm and the party informed its decision to the media about suspending its sit-in programme through media release at 8:30pm.

For the last few days, Jamaat has been saying that its leaders and activists will stage a sit-in in front of the CA's office on Tuesday -- the day the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court will hear the review petition filed by Jamaat leader Azharul challenging his death penalty for crimes against humanity during the Liberation War.

Earlier on Sunday, a three-member bench headed by Justice Md Ashfaqul Islam fixed the date after Attorney General Md Asaduzzaman and ICT Chief Prosecutor Md Tajul Islam mentioned the review petition before the bench.

The SC on October 31, 2019 upheld his death sentence. A four-member bench, headed by the then Chief Justice Syed Mahmud Hossain, by a majority view delivered the verdict around five years after the ICT-1 handed down capital punishment to Azharul.

Jamaat in its release today said the Jamaat ameer discussed the overall situation of the country during his meeting with the chief adviser.

Jamaat Nayeb-e-Ameer Syed Abdullah Mohammad Taher was also present at the meeting.

About suspending the sit-in, Jamaat Secretary General Mia Golam Parwar in a statement said, "Considering the overall situation of the country, Jamaat has decided to suspend the sit-in programme."

He also said in response to a request from senior leaders of Jamaat, the party's Ameer Shafiqur Rahman has also agreed to suspend his own "planned voluntary arrest programme".

Earlier in the day, Jamaat ameer at a rally at Shariatpur called on the government to release Azharul Islam.

"We have clearly asked the government why he is still in prison. Why should false charges remain against someone who was subjected to wrongful persecution by the Awami League?" said the Jamaat ameer.​

 

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Jamaat wants to give interim government time for reforms

Jamaat-e-Islami Secretary General Mia Golam Parwar today said that his party wants to give the interim government more time to hold a free, fair and neutral election after necessary reforms. "We must hold the general elections by reforming the electoral system. We want to give the inte

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Jamaat wants to give interim government time for reforms
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Published :
Feb 26, 2025 22:00
Updated :
Feb 26, 2025 22:00

Jamaat-e-Islami Secretary General Mia Golam Parwar today said that his party wants to give the interim government more time to hold a free, fair and neutral election after necessary reforms.

"We must hold the general elections by reforming the electoral system. We want to give the interim government time to carry out state reform. We are in favor of holding neutral elections," he said.

He said these while speaking at the conference of the party workers in the district.

Barguna district Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Mohibullah Harun presided over the conference.

“For the past 16-17 years, the Members of Parliament (MPs) and public representatives of Barguna were busy looting like other corners of the country. That’s why they have fled today. We must stop all political party-based dominance and flattery in the country," Parwar added.​

 

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Jamaat-e-Islami chief slates Amartya Sen for ‘defending tyranny’

Jamaat-e-Islami chief Shafiqur Rahman has launched a scathing attack on Indian Nobel laureate economist Amartya Sen over his remarks expressing concern about Bangladesh’s current situation. In a Facebook post on Monday, Shafiqur wrote: “For over 15 years, the people of Bangladesh have

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Jamaat-e-Islami chief slates Amartya Sen for ‘defending tyranny’
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Published :
Mar 03, 2025 21:04
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Mar 03, 2025 21:04

Jamaat-e-Islami chief Shafiqur Rahman has launched a scathing attack on Indian Nobel laureate economist Amartya Sen over his remarks expressing concern about Bangladesh’s current situation.

In a Facebook post on Monday, Shafiqur wrote: “For over 15 years, the people of Bangladesh have witnessed extreme hypocrisy in the name of secularism. He is openly advocating for a fallen autocrat, which is shocking, unacceptable, and condemnable.”

In an interview with Indian news agency Press Trust of India, or PTI, Sen voiced “deep concern” over Bangladesh’s ongoing crisis.

Referring to Muhammad Yunus as his friend, he said the chief advisor would have to “go a long way” to resolve the existing impasse.

Reacting to these remarks, Jamaat’s chief said: “Amartya Sen has recently made unwarranted comments interfering in Bangladesh’s internal affairs.

“I do not know where his conscience is. There is no need to lecture Bangladesh on tolerance. Instead, he should look at himself in the mirror of the society he lives in.”

In the interview, Sen cautioned against banning the Awami League, arguing that such a move would repeat the same mistakes that other parties had accused the Awami government of making.

He strongly condemned attacks on Hindu minorities and the vandalisation of temples, highlighting that it was the responsibility of both the government and the members of the public to prevent such violence.

He said, “Bangladesh has historically been tolerant towards minorities and has kept communal forces like Jamaat under control. Unfortunately, attacks on mosques have occurred even in India. Such incidents, whether in Bangladesh or India, must be stopped.”

In response, Shafiqur said: “His remarks about Jamaat-e-Islami stem from deep-seated bias. The reality is completely different.”

He added, “The Awami League is the real ‘monster’ responsible for persecuting the brothers and sisters he identifies as minorities. If he has the courage, he should say that. But he won’t—because he is a limited, so-called intellectual.

“The patriotic people of Bangladesh do not appreciate foreign interference in the country’s internal matters.”​

 

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Jamaat wants Dr Yunus' election promise fulfilled

Ameer of Jamaat-e-Islami Dr Shafiqur Rahman on Wednesday called for the implementation of Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus’ promise regarding the 13th parliamentary election. He made the remarks during a press briefing following a meeting with Nicole N Chulick, Deputy Assistant Secretary of

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Jamaat wants Dr Yunus' election promise fulfilled
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Published :
Apr 16, 2025 20:52
Updated :
Apr 16, 2025 20:52

Ameer of Jamaat-e-Islami Dr Shafiqur Rahman on Wednesday called for the implementation of Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus’ promise regarding the 13th parliamentary election.

He made the remarks during a press briefing following a meeting with Nicole N Chulick, Deputy Assistant Secretary of the US Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs, at a hotel in Dhaka’s Gulshan area.

“We had a candid discussion with the US delegation. They wanted to know about the current political landscape in Bangladesh, when and how the next election would be held, and what kind of reforms all parties are demanding,” said Dr Shafiqur Rahman.

He said the US delegation enquired about their economic policy and foreign relations if they are to assume responsibility for the country in the future. “We had an open exchange on these topics.”

The Jamaat chief said the US officials also raised concerns about minority rights, women’s rights and labour issues — all of which were addressed during the meeting.

He urged the US administration to reconsider the 37% tariff imposed on Bangladeshi goods amid the current complexities and critical juncture the nation is facing. “We’ve requested that they convey this appeal to President Trump,” he said.

About democracy, Dr Shafiqur said, “We practise democracy within our own party and wish to see democratic practices flourish across the country. We are prepared to do what is necessary to ensure that.”

When asked about the timing of the next election, Dr Shafiqur referred to a promise reportedly made by Dr Yunus. “The Chief Adviser has said the election will be held either by December this year or by June next year. We hope it will take place within that timeframe — preferably before Ramadan.”

He expressed concern about the monsoon season, which may bring natural disasters and potentially disrupt the electoral process. “That is why we want the election held before such risks materialise,” he added.

On the issue of justice, Dr Shafiqur said, “The nation is traumatised. Many are still in hospitals, disabled from violence. Families of the martyrs are still grieving. Justice for the Awami League’s actions must be ensured. We want proper trials and punishment.”

Also present at the briefing were Jamaat Secretary General Professor Mia Golam Porwar, Central Executive Committee member Mobarak Hossain, and the Ameer’s foreign affairs adviser Professor Dr Mahmudul Hasan.​

 

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Jamaat chief Shafiqur brushes aside talks of dispute with BNP

Jamaat-e-Islami chief Shafiqur Rahman has said his party holds no quarrel with its former ally, the BNP, despite differences in political opinion that have emerged over time. On Thursday, he pointed to the rivalry between the Republican Party and the Democratic Party of the United States to stress

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Jamaat chief Shafiqur brushes aside talks of dispute with BNP
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Published :
Apr 17, 2025 20:51
Updated :
Apr 17, 2025 20:51

Jamaat-e-Islami chief Shafiqur Rahman has said his party holds no quarrel with its former ally, the BNP, despite differences in political opinion that have emerged over time.

On Thursday, he pointed to the rivalry between the Republican Party and the Democratic Party of the United States to stress that the conflict between BNP and Jamaat amounted to nothing, reports bdnews24.com.

“But after the election, they shook hands. One party took charge of the government, and the other became the opposition. Now they’ll run the country together, and that’s natural,” he said.

Attending a press briefing at the Westin Hotel on Thursday, Shafiqur shared words on the visit to several European Union nations.

Shafiqur had also met BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia in London during the visit, which drew headlines recently.

He said he had discussed politics during the courtesy call with Khaleda, though he did not disclose what was discussed.

Asked whether Jamaat would form an alliance with the BNP again, Shafiqur said many things can happen “for the needs of the country”.

TALKS WITH KHALEDA

Shafiqur along with Jamaat leader Syed Abdullah Mohammad Taher visited the house of BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman in London on Apr 13. Tarique’s mother, Khaleda Zia, has been there for the past three and a half months.

Recounting the meeting, Shafiqur said, “They received us with great love and respect. Our main goal was to meet her (Khaleda), but she is staying at the house of her eldest son, the acting chairman of the party, so he would naturally also be there…”

Implying that discussions naturally drifted towards politics, Shafiqur said, “When two Bangladeshis who are strangers sit to have tea, they’ll start talking about politics. And we, the dutiful leaders of two parties, sat together without talking politics. Is that realistic? It is not...

“We did not, however, talk about any specific issue. We had general discussions on different issues, like when and how the elections would be held and whether the (Awami League) trial process would be held or not. There was no decisive discussion.”

On whether the Jamaat were in dispute with the BNP, he said: “We want differences among [political parties]. Otherwise, politicians will become blind. Differences are needed to open closed eyes. But we also expect that this should not turn into a dispute, rather it should simply remain as differences.

“Unfortunately, our politicians, or even us, often do not pay attention to this. We have to arrive at a ground of love and mutual respect, if we love the country,” he added.

“I will express my opinion, but I cannot say that this is what has to be done… I’ll say that I think doing this will benefit my country and nation. And ‘I will not let this happen’ - whatever it is you want - this is not the language of politics and democracy.”

This was the first meeting between Shafiqur and Khaleda.

He said, “The main goal of our visit was to see a respected ailing colleague; it was a moral duty on our part. We fulfilled that only, nothing more.”​

 

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Minimum reforms must be done before holding polls: Parwar

Secretary General of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Professor Mia Golam Parwar spoke as the chief guest at a rally held in Bandarban on Saturday. Photo: BSS Secretary General of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami and former MP Professor Mia Golam Parwar today said state organs must be reformed at minimum leve

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Minimum reforms must be done before holding polls: Parwar
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Published :
Apr 19, 2025 21:24
Updated :
Apr 19, 2025 21:24

Secretary General of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Professor Mia Golam Parwar spoke as the chief guest at a rally held in Bandarban on Saturday. Photo: BSS

Secretary General of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami and former MP Professor Mia Golam Parwar today said state organs must be reformed at minimum level before holding elections.

"The elections must be held by fulfilling the demands of reform and ensuring the trials of Awami League," he said.

The Jamaat-e-Islami leader said these while speaking at a rally organised by the Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Bandarban district unit at the traditional local Rajar Maidan here as the chief guest.

The cohorts of Awami League who are hiding in the administration must be purged, Parwar said, adding that after implementing state reforms, elections must be held by June.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Assistant Secretary General Muhammad Shahjahan, Chattogram City unit Ameer and Central Working Committee Member Alhaj Shahjahan Chowdhury, Central Working Committee Member Professor Ahsan Ullah and Chattogram Regional Team Member Maulana Mostafizur Rahman were present as special guests, among others, on the occasion.

Bandarban District Jamaat Ameer S M Salam Azad presided over the rally.​

 

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No election before reform, Hasina’s trail: Jamaat Ameer

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman on Saturday said Bangladeshis will not accept any election until two key demands are met—visible trial of Sheikh Hasina and essential political reforms. He made the remarks while addressing a public rally at the Lalmonirhat Collectorate Field.

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No election before reform, Hasina’s trail: Jamaat Ameer
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Published: 19 Apr 2025, 16: 40

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman addressing a public rally at the Lalmonirhat Collectorate Field on Saturday. UNB

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman on Saturday said Bangladeshis will not accept any election until two key demands are met—visible trial of Sheikh Hasina and essential political reforms.

He made the remarks while addressing a public rally at the Lalmonirhat Collectorate Field.

Calling for a level playing field to ensure free and fair elections, the Jamaat chief urged the chief adviser to resist polls influenced by “black money” and muscle power.

He also emphasised maintaining diplomatic ties with India based on mutual respect, equality and good neighbourliness. “If we prosper, our neighbours will benefit too. But if our wellbeing is compromised, India must ask whether theirs can remain unaffected,” he added.

Shafiqur said although fascism has fallen, some “ill-politicians” continue to extort and occupy property.

He pledged that if Jamaat comes to power, women will be given respect, protection, and employment opportunities.

Shafiqur also promised to prioritise development in Lalmonirhat, including implementing the long-stalled Teesta Mega Plan.

“We want a country free from the divisions of ‘supporter’ and ‘opponent’. We reject the notion of 'minority' and 'majority'. That rhetoric has long been used to oppress us. Now, men and women alike will help build this nation,” he said.

“Youth will be empowered to become productive. Millions are now saying—they will sacrifice their lives, but not the country’s sovereignty. We did not fight West Pakistan only to be subjugated again. We want to live as citizens of a truly independent nation,” Shafiqur added.

The Jamaat leader also called for the establishment of an agricultural university and a local airport in Lalmonirhat to tackle unemployment in the region.

Earlier in the day, party supporters from across Lalmonirhat and surrounding districts joined the rally in colourful processions, creating a festive atmosphere.​

 

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Jamaat Ameer urges chief advisor to call all-party meeting

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has called on Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus, the Chief Advisor of the interim government, to convene an all-party meeting to address the country’s ongoing political situation. The appeal was made on Thursday (May 22) during an emergency mee

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Jamaat Ameer urges chief advisor to call all-party meeting
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Published :
May 22, 2025 22:45
Updated :
May 22, 2025 22:45

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has called on Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus, the Chief Advisor of the interim government, to convene an all-party meeting to address the country’s ongoing political situation.

The appeal was made on Thursday (May 22) during an emergency meeting of the party’s Central Executive Council held at the party’s central office, with Dr. Shafiqur Rahman presiding, according to local media.

Members of the Central Executive Council were present at the meeting, where they discussed the overall situation in the country in detail.

During the meeting, the Jamaat Ameer emphasised the urgency of a united national dialogue and urged Dr. Yunus to take the initiative by inviting all political parties to the table.​