Editorial
Rajib's sacrifice will not go in vain
We condemn this heinous murder
The murder of architect and Projonmo activist-cum-blogger Ahmed Rajib Haidar is thoroughly reprehensible and condemnable. It shows how desperate anti-liberation elements are in their efforts to foil the rejuvenated spirit of 1971 among the young and indeed among the entire population of the country. The moment is, therefore, here and now, for firm action on the part of the government. The first thing that must be done is for the law enforcers to go swiftly into action against Rajib's killers, nab them and haul them before the law.
The murder of the blogger has raised the question of the security of those behind the mass upheaval at Projonmo Chottor in Shahbagh. We are worried that with such massive crowds gathering at the place, it becomes rather easy for fanatical elements to strike at random and thereby cause casualties. It is again for the authorities to step up security arrangements in Shahbagh and everywhere else in the country where such mass protests against the war criminals are going on.
At the same time, the organizers and leaders themselves will have to mount vigil and take adequate precautions to protect themselves while in movement.
We expect quick and credible action from the government against the vengeful perpetrators. They must, after this tragedy of Rajib's killing, ensure that no anti-liberation elements or agent provocateurs can infiltrate the crowds at Projonmo Chottor.
We pay tribute to Ahmed Rajib Haidar and pray for his soul. Our heartfelt condolences to the members of his bereaved family. He was a brave warrior in defence of history and national heritage. Let us take new inspiration from him and vow that his sacrifice will not go in vain.
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