No reforms to benefit nation except in education: Jamaat

No reforms will be beneficial for the nation unless the government improves the education sector, said Shafiqul Islam Masud, secretary of Jamaat-e-Islami's Dhaka South unit, today (9 November).

"The Awami League government had created policies to destroy the nation in the name of education policies," he said while unveiling a book, named "Awami League's Controversial Curriculum", written by Shahed Matiur Rahman at the Dhaka Reporters Unity.

"Therefore, Islamic ideals in the educational policy should be instilled by reforming the sector," said Shafiqul, also a member of Jamaat's central executive council.

In a separate event, Assistant Secretary General of Jamaat and former MP AHM Hamidur Rahman Azad said his party believes in press freedom. 

"We must not forget that there have been various cases of journalists being subjugated in the last 16 years. Sagar-Runi's murder case has not yet been brought to justice. [Many] Journalists have been attacked, sued, and threatened. Some were forced to leave the country. We have always wanted an end to this situation and now it has. The fearsome atmosphere is no more. For this to continue, everyone should make efforts from their own position. 

"A new conspiracy has started against the country's independence with various attempts of provocation. We have to be vigilant. Be aware. We have to stop this," he said.

Corruption-free nation cannot be built without honest leadership, says Jamaat's Shahjahan

A conference for members (Rukuns) of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami was held at Banarupa Auditorium in Rangamati district today.

Jamaat-e-Islami's Central Assistant Secretary General and Chattogram Region Director Muhammad Shahjahan attended the conference as the chief guest.

Muhammad Shahjahan said, "Following the mass-student uprising in July, the general people wanted to see Jamaat in power. Jamaat's leaders must demonstrate the capability to govern the nation impartially, and Jamaat has already proven its competence."

He said, "As a disciplined organisation, Jamaat has played a timely role in countering conspiracies by opposing forces during critical periods in the country. It contributes significantly to addressing social issues, providing humanitarian support, and reforming society based on Islamic values."

Every Jamaat leader must remain vigilant, aligning with the people, to prevent any resurgence of fascist forces in the country, he added.

Rangamati District Ameer Muhammad Abdul Alim presided over the event, while District Jamaat Secretary Maulana Jahangir Alam conducted it.

During the conference, Muhammad Abdul Alim was re-elected as the district ameer for the 2025-26 session. Muhammad Shahjahan administered the oath after the election. Members (Rukuns) from various units in the Rangamati district elected district Shura members through a direct, secret ballot.

Maulana Mustafizur Rahman spoke as a special guest, while the district Jamaat's Naib-e-Ameer Principal Maulana Nurul Alam Siddiqui and other Shura and executive council members were also present at the conference.