BNP believes in peace and rule of law, no repeat of looting: Rizvi

He made these remarks while speaking as chief guest at a memorial meeting organized at the National Press Club on Monday (October 12) on the occasion of the tenth death anniversary of former BNP standing committee member and former minister Brigadier General (retd.) A S M Hannan Shah. Hannan Shah Smriti Sangsad organized the meeting.

Rizvi said that grassroots leaders and activists are also part of the government. Peace and stability must be maintained without focusing on positions or personal gains. He also remarked that the achievements of a long struggle cannot be destroyed for the sake of obtaining fertilizer dealerships and contracts.

Rizvi called for ensuring security at every puja mandap for the upcoming Durga Puja by discussing with the puja committee and arranging guards, observation and monitoring. He feared that attempts might be made to damage the government's image through sabotage. He called on party leaders and activists to fulfill this responsibility on a voluntary basis.

Regarding the country's economic situation, Rizvi said that due to international conflict, there are problems in importing diesel. Since diesel is important for the production of winter vegetables and Rabi crops, the government is trying to tackle the crisis and bring relief to the people. He also claimed that the situation is improving under the leadership of Tarique Rahman.

At the memorial meeting, recalling the political life and contributions of A S M Hannan Shah, Rizvi described him as a brave and vocal leader against injustice. He highlighted that he stood by the party in various crises, including One-Eleven, and performed his duties even while imprisoned.

With MP Fazlul Haque Milon presiding over the meeting, BNP Dhaka Divisional Assistant Organizing Secretary Kazi Syedul Alam Babu was the chief discussant. Bir Muktijoddha Khandaker Azizur Rahman Pera conducted the event.