BNP vows to protect independence
Vowing to protect country's independence, sovereignty and democracy, the main opposition BNP yesterday brought out a colorful procession in the city marking country's 40th Independence Day, also the National Day.
Taking part in the programme, its leaders warned the government of an Arab world like situation, hinting at ongoing unrest in several countries there.
They said the same would happen in the country if the government fails to arrange a midterm election, as people have no faith in this government.
During the procession, starting at party's central office in Naya Paltan and ending at Moghbazar, severe traffic jam was created in adjoining areas.
Several thousand enthusiastic leaders, workers and supporters paraded several streets carrying banners, placards and festoons, joined by bands playing songs and horse carts.
Many carried portraits of late president Ziaur Rahman, BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia and their son Tarique Rahman, also BNP senior vice chairman.
They chanted slogans demanding midterm election after resignation of the present Awami League led government.
Inaugurating the procession, BNP Standing Committee Member Khandaker Mosharraf Hossain said, “Government absolutely failed to run the country.
“They lost people's trust. A middle east like situation may be created if the demand of midterm election is not implemented soon.”
Urging the party men to prepare for movement, he said BNP is now stronger under the leadership of Khaleda Zia and Tarique Rahman and the government will not be able to suppress it with torture.
He warned all to refrain from making derogatory comments on Zia, adding that if anyone does so in future, they would reply in a befitting manner.
Party leaders Moudud Ahmed, Nazrul Islam Khan, Sadeque Hossain Khoka, Abdullah Al Noman and Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir were also present.
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