Dhaka:Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Md Asaduzzaman emphasized the importance of earning leadership positions in politics through dedicated work and contributions. Speaking at a memorial meeting for the late Mashiur Rahman, a former whip and veteran leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), at the National Press Club, he highlighted that competence, efficiency, and organizational contributions should be the primary criteria for leadership selection.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Asaduzzaman stressed prioritizing party interests over personal gains at the event organized by the Muktijoddha Mashiur Rahman Foundation. He paid tribute to Mashiur Rahman, noting the significant impact of his leadership in Jhenaidah on both regional and national politics. The minister expressed sorrow over the party's inability to reclaim three out of four parliamentary seats in Jhenaidah during the last election, attributing the failure to collective indecision rather than individual fault.
Asaduzzaman described Mashiur Rahman as a key figure in implementing the political vision of martyred President Ziaur Rahman, former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia, and party Chairman Tarique Rahman. He praised Mashiur's contributions to regional development and efforts in combating fundamentalism and leading anti-drug initiatives. The minister also remarked that political leadership is dynamic, allowing individuals to rise through merit and service.
He mentioned Ruhul Kabir Rizvi and Nazrul Islam Khan as exemplary leaders who prioritize organizational advancement over personal candidacy, emphasizing that ideological bonds often surpass familial ties. Regarding regional infrastructure, Asaduzzaman announced plans to prioritize the construction of a railway line from Magura to Kushtia via Jhenaidah Sadar to improve connectivity with Dhaka. Additionally, feasibility surveys are underway for a Y-shaped bridge over the Padma and Jamuna rivers.
The meeting, chaired by Advocate Abdul Alim, also featured speeches from BNP leaders Amiruzzaman Khan Shimul, Dr Md Mehdi Hasan, and Monir Khan.