Chattogram: Finance and Planning Minister and BNP Standing Committee member Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury emphasized that the BNP has consistently supported Bangladesh during national crises and difficulties. “The previous fascist government and the following interim government have plunged the country into a severe crisis. Although it may take some time, the BNP will successfully lead the country out of this predicament,” he stated.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Amir Khasru made these remarks while speaking as the chief guest at a pre-rally gathering of the Chattogram Metropolitan BNP at the old railway station premises, celebrating the BNP’s 48th founding anniversary. He noted that efforts are underway to fulfill the aspirations of the nation under Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s leadership.
“The people will not forgive those who hinder future progress. An elected government and parliament have been established in this country through numerous sacrifices. The primary duty of this government is to meet the expectations and hopes of the populace. Everyone must exercise patience and support the government,” he added.
Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury highlighted that Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman instilled values of political discipline, patriotism, independence, and sovereignty, paving the way for national development through inclusive politics focused on growth and production. He emphasized that the nation continues to advance on the foundation laid by Ziaur Rahman, adding that Begum Khaleda Zia’s life lessons serve as a model, with many leaders and activists having sacrificed their lives for the country.
Following the rally, a vibrant procession took place, starting from the old railway station premises and concluding at the Laldighi intersection, parading through several significant city roads. Mahbuber Rahman Shamim, the Organizing Secretary of the Central BNP, and Barrister Mir Mohammad Helal Uddin, the State Minister for Land and Chattogram Hill Tracts Affairs, addressed the gathering as special guests.
The event was chaired by Ershad Ullah MP, the Convener of Chattogram city BNP, and moderated by Nazimur Rahman. Attendees included Sayeed Al Noman, MP, Former General Secretary of city BNP, Abul Hashem Bakar, BNP Central Member Shamsul Alam, Joint Convener of city BNP, among others. Thousands of leaders and activists from the metropolitan, police station, and ward BNP, along with affiliated organizations, participated enthusiastically, carrying banners, festoons, and musical instruments.