Gaibandha: National Citizen Party (NCP) convener Nahid Islam today declared that they will not permit the emergence of any new culture of fear in the country. "Our fear was shattered back in 2024. We will not allow a new culture of fear in the country," he asserted, urging citizens to address local issues without fear.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Nahid Islam made these remarks during a brief rally following the NCP's pre-announced street march in the Gaibandha Municipal Park area. He acknowledged the sacrifice of Gaibandha's people during the July uprising, emphasizing that the NCP will eternally honor their contribution to the second independence of Bangladesh.
Recalling the sacrifice of thousands who were martyred and the countless youths injured during the uprising for a new Bangladesh, Nahid Islam highlighted their vision for a nation free from discrimination, valuing democracy, and upholding the right to protest. He stated, "July taught us the power of protest. We must not retreat from that lesson."
Nahid Islam further stated, "We have come to the streets with a call to build a new country. We have come to the streets to overthrow Sheikh Hasina in 2024. But our new country has not been built yet." He emphasized the importance of beginning this effort in Gaibandha, where people have faced economic discrimination for a long time, and urged for the recognition of the rights that remain unfulfilled.
He concluded by affirming the NCP's commitment to advocating for the civic rights and dignity of all people, regardless of religion or caste.