Jamaat-e-Islami Chief Calls for New Revolution to Reform Bangladesh Political Landscape
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Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has signaled a shift in political strategy, calling for national preparation toward what he described as an “inevitable revolution.” Speaking at a divisional rally in Khulna on Saturday, the opposition leader clarified that this movement would not aim to install a specific party or appease political dynasties, but rather to establish a sovereign, self-reliant, and humane Bangladesh free from corruption and external hegemony.
Addressing a gathering of an 11-party alliance, Dr. Rahman urged the youth to take a stand against systemic issues, including extortion and political influence. He emphasized that the proposed movement is intended to restore the nation’s dignity and strength on the global stage.
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The Jamaat leader took aim at the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), accusing it of failing to honor the public mandate. He warned that ignoring the will of the people leads to inevitable consequences, suggesting that if national issues remain unresolved within the parliament, they would be settled in the streets. He likened public mobilization across the country to a looming volcanic eruption, vowing that such a movement would cleanse the nation of its existing political debris.
Dr. Rahman also addressed regional security, specifically warning against Indian border incursions and the forced push-in of individuals across the border. He asserted that while Bangladesh seeks peaceful coexistence with its neighbors, it would not tolerate any encroachment on its sovereignty. He warned the current administration against bowing to external pressures, noting that the populace is ready to defend the nation’s borders alongside the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB).
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Turning his focus to former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, the Jamaat chief criticized her for fleeing the country amid the recent uprising. He accused her administration of systemic corruption, including the looting of financial institutions and the operation of secret detention centers known as “Aynaghar.” Dr. Rahman condemned the former leader for allegedly attempting to incite instability from abroad without showing remorse for the violence and economic collapse that marked her tenure.
During the same event, Jamaat Secretary General Mia Golam Parwar criticized the government for retreating from its pre-election commitments regarding state reform and the balancing of power. He argued that the current administration is showing authoritarian tendencies by failing to implement the reforms mandated by the public during the recent political transition.
The rally, which featured speakers from various coalition partners including the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), the Bangladesh Khelafat Majlish, and the AB Party, underscored widespread frustration regarding the slow pace of post-uprising reforms. Speakers called for transparency in the prosecution of individuals responsible for killings during the July protests and demanded urgent action to address unemployment, healthcare, and educational disparities.
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