Reform not possible without people’s participation: Fakhrul

Any kind of reform or initiative requires active public participation, which must occur within a parliamentary system, BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has said. 

"Such participation is only possible through an elected parliament," he said at a discussion organised by the Bangladesh Youth Forum at the High Court Auditorium today (9 November).

He added, "This is a defining moment. If we let this opportunity slip away, our nation's existence will be jeopardised.

"Together - students, politicians, and citizens - we have supported those currently responsible for running the state with the hope that they will clean up the mess created by the Awami League over the past 15 years and pave the way for fair elections. Through the election, we aspire to build a new Bangladesh that reflects the aspirations of our youth." 

Fakhrul further stated that the current government needs time, as they have been given the responsibility and are actively working. 

"It is unfortunate that the media hasn't fully recognised the progress made by this government in its first three months."

He added, "It is concerning that the fascists have started raising their heads again due to various negative statements and discourses.

Unfortunately, some of the media are promoting this, which I believe, will bring no good for people in any way."

He also urged the media and those engaging in negative campaigns to refrain from such actions.