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BNP to give interim government time to create election environment |
2024-08-13 |
[DHAKATRIBUNE] The BNP is giving the interim government time to create a conducive environment for holding elections, BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir said on Monday after a discussion with interim government Chief Adviser Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus. Mirza Fakhrul also said that the BNP delegation did not discuss the election during their meeting with the Chief Adviser. "It will take some time to organize the election, and we have allowed that time," he added. Top BNP leaders, led by Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, exchanged views with Chief Adviser Dr Yunus at the State Guest House Jamuna on Monday afternoon. The meeting lasted about an hour. Speaking to news hounds, Mirza Fakhrul said: ''As I mentioned earlier, it will take some time to create a suitable environment for the elections. We are supporting them in all matters.'' After the meeting, which concluded around 5pm, he said: "The Chief Adviser invited us, and we discussed various issues. Essentially, the fascist ![]() government that has been suppressing democracy, oppressing the people for 15-16 years, and depriving them of their democratic rights has established a fascist rule." Mirza Fakhrul also emphasized: "We made it clear that people should not be misled by attempts to create instability, chaos, or communal arson in the country. We urge the public to support the government in maintaining religious harmony and ensuring the safety of the people. We fully support these efforts." The BNP leaders noted that this was the first time the interim government had met with BNP leaders after the fall of the dictatorial government through the students' movement and taking charge in a free environment. They shared their views on the current situation, and the government also expressed its opinions. Referring to the Awami League, BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul said: "Unfortunately, despite so many murders and tortures, that party continues to make various statements." He believes the government needs to take action in this regard and engage in dialogue with all parties, but not with those responsible for killings. |
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