Dhaka:Acting Secretary General of BNP and Prime Minister's Political Adviser Advocate Ruhul Kabir Rizvi emphasized the public's role in thwarting attempts to undermine the democratic environment in the country. Speaking at a discussion held in observance of the National Revolution and Solidarity Day at North South University in Bashundhara, Rizvi highlighted the need for public resistance against planned anarchy.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Rizvi asserted that initiatives lacking public support are unsustainable. He underscored the significance of November 7, noting it marked a crucial point when citizens, driven by national consciousness, rose to protect the nation’s independence and sovereignty in 1975.
Rizvi further elaborated that the revolution led to the restoration of multiparty democracy and freedom of expression. He pointed out that this same spirit inspired the public to oppose autocratic rule in 1990 and a fascist regime in 2024.
Citing historical parallels, Rizvi mentioned how some intellectuals in Germany supported fascism during Hitler’s era, drawing a comparison to Bangladesh's past authoritarian regime. He also noted the plight of Badruddin Umar, a prominent intellectual barred from teaching post-independence.
The event was chaired by North South University Vice-Chancellor Prof Abdul Hannan Chowdhury, with National Prof Dr. Mahbub Ullah serving as the keynote speaker.