Dhaka:Deputy Speaker Barrister Kayser Kamal has emphasized the necessity of active youth participation in politics to achieve a comprehensive national transformation under capable leadership. He highlighted the importance of youth stepping forward to lead in building a beautiful, humane, and democratic Bangladesh.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Barrister Kamal made these remarks during an event titled 'Youth Manifesto 2026 Yes, Triumph Has Been Achieved' at the Bangla Academy auditorium. He stressed that wishing for change is insufficient; active engagement is essential to realize change.
The Deputy Speaker underscored the need for people to actively participate in governance to ensure the rule of law and have leaders who represent them. He expressed admiration for the youth representatives' demands and presentation skills, likening them to those of a Member of Parliament.
Barrister Kamal lamented the decline in political values over the past 150 years, noting that politics has strayed from ideology and into the hands of undesirable elements. He called for educated, humane, and morally upright citizens to step forward to address this crisis.
He warned that the threat of fascism persists, recalling past uprisings where nearly 1,400 mothers lost their children, and the trials remain incomplete. Despite these circumstances, he noted that youth cannot afford to remain inactive.
During the anti-fascist movement, the youth spontaneously mobilized without waiting for political party directives, driven by a desire to defend the motherland and restore democracy. Barrister Kamal urged maintaining this unity to protect the nation and democracy.
He stressed that the Prime Minister's 'Bangladesh First' motto must transcend being a mere slogan and be embraced sincerely by all, regardless of political affiliation, to avoid a national crisis.
Praising the organizers, he encouraged them to extend the program's impact nationwide and urged the youth to prepare for future roles in the National Parliament, emphasizing the need for self-driven nation-building.