Rizvi: A religious-based political party is spreading propaganda against BNP

Staff Correspondent

Without mentioning the name of the war criminal party Jamaat-e-Islami, the party’s senior joint secretary general Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has commented that ‘a religiously based political party’ is spreading propaganda against the BNP.

He said that with elections coming up, a religious-based political party with special motives is spreading propaganda against the BNP to cover up their misdeeds.

He made these remarks at a press conference at the BNP Chairperson’s political office in Gulshan today, Wednesday, August 13 at 11 am.

Claiming that there was no extortion from a pro-Jamaat doctor from Chittagong who had come to Facebook and pleaded for his life, Rizvi said that the authorities have taken action against him for constructing a building that was not designed. No one attacked him, he came live with paint on his nose and spread propaganda against BNP leaders and activists.

Commenting on the current situation of security in the country, Ruhul BNP leader said, “Currently, there is no security for the common people. Mob culture is going on. No one has the right to take the law into their own hands. The interim government must take action in this regard. Exemplary punishment must be provided.”

Condemning the beating to death of two Sanatan Dharma followers in Rangpur, Rizvi said that all the criminals should be brought to justice through public welfare trials. The government should ensure that no one loses their life ‘illegally’ due to provocative words. Many opportunists are trying to take advantage of this culture.

Stating that Bangladesh is not ready for the PR system, Rizvi said, “We have not yet reached the level of developed countries. Elections using the PR system are not sustainable in a poor economy. Bangladesh is not yet ready to go for the PR system at this time. First, democratic practices must be increased. I do not think there is any other purpose in this except to create complications. This is not a transparent process.”