Thakurgaon: BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir announced the party’s support for a ‘yes’ vote in the upcoming referendum scheduled for February 12. He emphasized the BNP’s longstanding commitment to reforms through its 31-point charter, which aligns with the objectives of the referendum.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Mirza Fakhrul, who is also the BNP-nominated candidate for the Thakurgaon-1 constituency in the 13th national parliamentary election on the same day, made these remarks at a roadside meeting during his election campaign in Jathibhanga. The event was attended by district and local BNP leaders and was presided over by local BNP leader Joynal Abedin.
During his address, Mirza Fakhrul reminded the audience of the 1971 Liberation War and the atrocities committed during that time. He urged voters not to support those who have failed to acknowledge the country’s independence. He highlighted the introduction of the ‘family card’ by BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman, which aims to empower women by helping them meet the daily needs of their families.
Mirza Fakhrul also outlined the BNP’s employment plan, stating that if the party comes to power, 15 million people will be employed within 18 months. He mentioned the ‘farmer card’ that would provide various agricultural facilities to farmers and pledged to offer easy and affordable healthcare through a ‘health card.’
Addressing the agricultural potential of Thakurgaon, he noted the district’s production of vegetables and fruits such as mango, litchi, orange, and malta, and expressed the desire to establish cold storages to preserve these products.