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BNP’s 31-Point Reform Plan Reflects United Voice Against Authoritarian Rule: Tarique Rahman
Conspirators have Placed Agents into BNP: Tarique Rahman
Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman today said conspiracy against the independence and sovereignty of Bangladesh has not stopped, it continues. “The conspirators have also inserted agents into the BNP. Therefore, everyone must be on alert. The conspirators must be resisted with an iron hand,” he said while virtually addressing three workshops on 31-points for repairing the state structure in Gazipur, Dhaka and Naryanganj this afternoon. BNP chairperson’s adviser Ismail Jabiullah, Dhaka division organizing secretary Kazi Saieydul Alam Babul, media cell member Mahmuda Habiba, BNP executive member Abdus Sattar Patowari, assistant health secretary Dr Rafiqul Islam Bacchu, assistant labour secretary Humayun Kabir Khan, Mayor Majibur Rahman and Aktarul Alam Master, among others, were present at the workshop with BNP Gazipur district unit president Fazlul Haque Milon in the chair. Its general secretary Shah Riazul Hannan conducted it. Tarique Rahman said the main autocrat has fled. “But the tail of the body remains in the country. They are plotting deep conspiracies. They must be resisted with an iron hand. This is my instruction. The party's reputation and the people's trust cannot be destroyed," he said. He said BNP leaders and activists have maintained the unity of the party and the trust of the people, despite facing many torture and sufferings over the past 17 years. Now, if anyone try to harm this trust and belief to achieve their own interests, they must be resisted, he added. He said, "I can say with cent percent guarantee that the upcoming elections will be much tougher than any previous elections.” Regarding the upcoming national election, Tarique Rahman warned party leaders and activists to not suffer from overconfidence. “If anyone thinks there is no opponent or the opposition is weak, and the election will be easy, they are wrong. This election will be far tougher than any of the ones held in the past. So, prepare yourselves accordingly," he added. The BNP acting chairman said BNP's significant public support has made it a target of envy for many political parties and individuals. He said the countrymen are looking at the BNP. They have high expectations, he said, adding that when millions of people have expectations from a political party, the responsibility becomes much greater. Tarique Rahman said people believe that only BNP can do something good. And this is the success of BNP, he added. He said the greatest success of a political party is to earn the trust of the people. “It is the responsibility of all of us to maintain this trust,” he added. He said, “We do not believe in dummy elections, ballot stuffing overnight, or rigged elections. We believe in free, fair, and transparent elections where people can vote freely without fear.” The acting chairman of BNP said, "The 31-point must be taken to the marginalized people. We have to go to every citizen of the society for it." (Source: BSS)
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Tarique Calls for Unity to Restore Democracy: Fakhrul
Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir today said BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman has urged all to work together with patience to establish democracy in the country. "A huge victory has come through the student-people mass uprising. To make this victory fruitful and successful, everyone must keep patience and work together. Through this, democracy will be re-established," he said while talking to the journalists at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport on return home from London. Everyone must prepare for the first step of democracy, which is the election, he said, adding that everyone must keep patience and work together in this regard.  The BNP Secretary General said, "The purpose for which I went to London has been fruitful. I met with party's Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman. I have talked to expatriate Bangladeshis and BNP leaders and also attended various meetings organized by them." "The London visit has been fruitful," he added. As the journalists asked him when the acting chairman of the party may return to the country, Fakhrul said that there are many false cases against him. Tarique Rahman will return to the country once his legal issues are solved, he said.   In response to another question, the BNP Secretary General said, "The political parties are supporting the interim government led by Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus. We expect that the government will follow the path of holding elections after completing the minimum reforms that are necessary." The BNP Secretary General went to London with his wife Rahat Ara Begum on November 30. His flight landed at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport at 12:45pm today.  While staying in London, he met with BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman and also participated in several party programmes. His wife Rahat Ara Begum underwent a health check-up and took advice of the physicians concerned. BNP leaders Farhad Hossain Azad, Abu Mohammad Ahsan Firoz, Sadi Ahmed, and BNP Media Cell Member Shairul Kabir Khan were present to welcome the BNP Secretary General at the airport. (Source: BSS)
BNP's Three Wings to March Toward Indian Embassy Today
In protest against the attack, vandalism, and desecration of the Bangladeshi national flag at the Assistant High Commission in Agartala, India, as well as alleged conspiracies to incite communal unrest, three organizations of the BNP—Jatiyatabadi Jubo Dal (Youth Front), Swechchhasebak Dal (Volunteers' Front), and Chhatra Dal (Students' Front)—will hold a march and submit a memorandum to the Indian High Commission in Dhaka today. The program will begin at 10:00 AM on Sunday, December 8, in front of the BNP's central office in Naya Paltan. Earlier, on Saturday, December 7, this information was announced in a press release. According to sources from the three BNP organizations, leaders and activists will start the march from the BNP's central office at Naya Paltan at 10:00 AM and proceed towards the Indian High Commission in Baridhara. Following the march, a memorandum will be submitted to the Indian High Commission on behalf of Chhatra Dal, Jubo Dal, and Swechchhasebak Dal. The three organizations will jointly execute this program. An appeal has been made for the spontaneous participation of leaders and activists from all levels of Jubo Dal, Swechchhasebak Dal, and Chhatra Dal in this program.
Mirza Fakhrul Warns Against Division, Urges Unity Amid Rising Instability
Expressing concern over several recent incidents, BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir said, “If division persists within one’s own house, nothing can be achieved.” He made these remarks on Wednesday (November 27) at an event held at the National Press Club. Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir stated, “I am deeply worried. A type of frenzy has been created centering religion. We fought for a free press, but now it’s being destroyed. I am also alarmed by the frenzy unfolding on social media.” The BNP leader added, “Our true nature is beginning to surface within just three months. Success cannot be achieved with such a state of affairs. Personally, I do not want such a Bangladesh.” Raising questions about the reasons behind the grave instability, the top BNP leader said, “It hasn’t even been three months, and demands are erupting on the streets; there’s killing, bloodshed, arson. Why this instability? Where lies the problem? How much more division must Bangladesh bear? Will it keep rising only to fall again due to violence?” Referring to an underlying conspiracy, Mirza Fakhrul said, “Do we understand where our fear and anxiety lie? The assailant stands behind us. If we truly understood this, such irresponsible remarks would not come forth.” He alleged, “Some individuals, despite being in responsible positions, are inciting division. I won’t name them. They are paving the way for division. Whether they are friends or foes of the nation, the people will judge that.” Addressing the interim government, he said, “Those in charge should refrain from making statements that create confusion among the people. This government was not established out of anyone’s mercy but was built upon sacrifices and bloodshed. Therefore, it is the government’s responsibility to reflect the aspirations of the people.” Also present at the event were BNP Standing Committee Member AZM Zahid Hossain, Chairperson’s Advisory Council Member Amanullah Aman, and many others. The program was presided over by DAB President Harun Al Rashid and moderated by Senior Joint Secretary General Mehedi Hasan under the supervision of General Secretary Abdus Salam.
Treason Case Against Tarique Rahman Dismissed
The High Court has dismissed a treason case filed against BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman at Tejgaon Police Station in Dhaka. The court issued the order to dismiss the case on Thursday, October 31. On January 8, 2015, a case was filed at Tejgaon Police Station against Tarique Rahman and Ekushey Television Chairman Abdus Salam, alleging they colluded to spread false and misleading information, posing a threat to Bangladesh's independence and sovereignty. Earlier, Tarique Rahman was acquitted in another treason case filed against him in Noakhali. On August 21, after reviewing the evidence and finding none, the court acquitted him of that case as well.
Tarique Rahman: 'Beliefs Are Personal, but the State Belongs to Everyone'
Tarique Rahman, the Acting Chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), emphasized in a recent statement that “One’s political affiliation, belief, or religion is personal, but the state belongs to all, and everyone has the right to security.” Rahman shared the message on his verified Facebook page during the Durga Puja festivities, posting a photograph of people from different religious communities. In a reflection on the core ideals of Bangladesh’s Liberation War, Rahman noted, “The essence of the Liberation War was rooted in equality, human dignity, and social justice. Irrespective of religion, ethnicity, or ideology, the freedom fighters sacrificed countless lives so that every citizen could freely enjoy their religious, political, cultural, and social rights. During that time, distinctions between Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, or Christian were irrelevant.” Rahman elaborated on the BNP’s political vision, stressing the importance of equal rights for all citizens. “Our policy is simple: every citizen of this country will enjoy equal rights and freedom. We believe that one’s political affiliation, belief, or religion is a personal matter, but the state is a shared entity, where security is a universal right. Whether Bengali or non-Bengali, believer or non-believer, reformist or traditionalist, our common identity is as Bangladeshis. This country belongs to all of us.” He also rejected the idea of dividing people into religious or ethnic majorities and minorities, asserting that such distinctions have no place in a free and independent Bangladesh. Durga Puja, the most significant festival for Bangladesh’s Hindu community, is being observed under unusual circumstances this year. In the wake of devastating floods, many within the community have opted to scale back the celebrations, diverting funds toward flood relief efforts. However, isolated incidents of vandalism have occurred, with reports of idols being damaged in some areas. In Sujanagar, Pabna, a member of the Awami League’s youth wing, Jubo League, was arrested in connection with the destruction of a Durga idol.
Students to form new 'political party' within a month
Awami League and BNP have demanded that the interim government hold elections in Bangladesh as soon as possible. However, the students who participated in the movement rejected this demand. Instead, they are thinking of forming a new party to bring reforms to this place. Four students from the student movement made such comments in an interview given to Reuters. They hope that what has happened in the last 15 years will not be repeated. In these 15 years, Sheikh Hasina has suppressed 17 crore people in this country with a strong hand. It went on like this until last June. Students took to the streets in June to demand reform of the quota system in government jobs. Suppression began in this movement. Later it turned into a movement to overthrow the government, and Sheikh Hasina's government was ousted. According to Reuters, at least 300 people died in violence in Bangladesh earlier. This is the highest death toll since the 1971 war of independence. The anti-government movement started from the quota reform movement. Youths known as 'Jen G' started a movement against all irregularities starting from interference in people's freedom, and corruption of government bureaucrats and ministers-MPs. Sheikh Hasina's government fell, interim government came to power. Nobel laureate Dr Muhammad Yunus became the chief advisor.  His advisory council also includes two student movement coordinators. For most of the last three decades, either Awami League or BNP was in power. The top leaders of these two parties, Sheikh Hasina and Khaleda Zia, are now over Seventy. In such a situation, the students discuss forming a new political party to bring reforms to the country. A student named Mahfuz Alam told Reuters.  Mahfuz Alam, a 26-year-old law student, said a decision could be made within a month. The students want to discuss this with the general voters before forming a political platform. Earlier, no details were given about the plan. In this regard, Mahfuz Alam said, 'People are tired of the two political parties. They have confidence in us.' Coordinator Tahmid Chowdhury said that they have the possibility of forming a new political party. Its main basis will be non-sectarianism and freedom of expression. However, the two student representatives on the advisory council of the interim government did not say anything openly about it. Even they did not say which policy they wanted to work with. However, he is talking about extensive reforms in the Election Commission.
Ziaul Ahsan in 8 days remand
The court granted an 8-day remand of recently dismissed Major General Ziaul Ahsan, who was arrested in the murder case. Dhaka Metropolitan Magistrate Arafatul Rakib gave the order on Friday (August 16) afternoon. Earlier, the police brought Ziaul Ahsan to the court from the DB office in the afternoon and applied for a 10-day remand. After the hearing, the court granted his eight-day remand. Ziaul Ahsan was arrested from the Khilkhet area of ​​the capital on Thursday night (August 15) in the murder case of shopkeeper Shahjahan Ali (24) on July 16 during the quota reform movement. Ziaul Ahsan was appointed Director General (DG) of the National Telecommunication Monitoring Center (NTMC) on 5 September 2022. Since then, there have been direct allegations against him of helping Sheikh Hasina in phone hacking and assassination. Later on August 5, the day after Sheikh Hasina left the country, he was dismissed from the job.
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