Conspiracy underway to replace liberal politics with extremism, says Fakhrul
He warned that the nation will be 'severely harmed' if election is delayed
Highlights
- Warns of conspiracy to push extremism
- Says election vital to stop fascism
- Assures polls will be held on time
- Notes public fear over election uncertainty
- Urges activists not to assume power yet
- Expresses frustration over fading struggles
BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir warned of a conspiracy "to remove moderate, liberal politics and liberal democracy, and bring in extremist politics," describing this as extremely dangerous for Bangladesh and stressed the need for a united effort to establish a liberal democracy.
Holding the election is essential to prevent the return of "fascism", Fakhrul said at a book launching event today (29 August).
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"If the election does not take place, this nation will be severely harmed. The possibility of fascism returning will increase significantly," he added.
The BNP leader also stated that the upcoming national election "will happen, and it will happen within the declared time."
Speaking at the National Press Club during the unveiling of Syeda Fatema Salam's book "Roktakto July" (Bloody July), he acknowledged that the people are feeling confused and anxious about whether the election will take place.
"There will always be political disagreements. Amid the current situation, people are getting confused. They are asking, 'Will the election really take place?' There is a kind of fear among the people about whether or not the election will be held," he claimed.
Addressing BNP activists, he urged them not to allow the opposition to malign the party.
"You should not think you have already come to power. You have not even come close to power yet. There are many conspiracies and plots," he warned.
Fakhrul also spoke about his recent expression of frustration, which he said led to criticism from his associates.
"At this age, when I see my dreams, my struggles, and my efforts fading, it is natural to feel frustrated," he explained.
He also remarked that the "July struggle" has not received as much attention in literature as the 1952 Language Movement.
BNP chairperson's adviser, poet Abdul Hai Sikder, and acting chairman's adviser Mahdi Amin, among others, were also present at the event.
