Dhaka: Chief Justice Syed Refaat Ahmed emphasized today that mutual coexistence and communal harmony are foundational pillars for national progress in Bangladesh. Addressing a meeting organized by the Vijaya Punarmilani and Bani Archana Udjan Parishad of the Bangladesh Supreme Court Bar Association (BSCBA), he highlighted the lessons learned from past communal clashes and conflicts, underscoring the importance of unity for the country’s advancement.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Chief Justice Ahmed remarked on the historical context of Bengal, which has been characterized by harmony and friendship. He noted that the people of the region have historically supported each other, transcending religious, caste, and creed differences. However, he expressed concern over the current moral decay leading to injustice, corruption, and violence, emphasizing the relevance of mythological teachings, such as those of Goddess Durga, which advocate for the fight against injustice.
The Chief Justice expressed hop
e that the next generation would prioritize human values and work towards eliminating discrimination, thereby fostering a humane and harmonious Bangladesh. He reiterated the judiciary’s role in establishing justice as a constitutional organ, stating that the right to justice should be universally accessible, beyond any particular group or class.
He called upon citizens to actively resist communal divisions and fulfill their responsibilities to the state. The event also featured speeches by Attorney General Md. Asaduzzaman, Supreme Court Bar Association President Mahbub Uddin Khokon, and Senior Advocate Nitai Chandra Roy. A minute’s silence was observed in memory of the martyrs of the July-August revolution and lawyer Saiful Islam Alif, who was killed in Chattogram.