Chattogram: BNP’s central assistant organizing secretary Barrister Mir Md Helal Uddin emphasized the profound impact of Shaheed Ziaur Rahman’s proclamation of Independence on March 27, 1971, asserting that it inspired the entire nation to courageously participate in the Liberation War. Barrister Helal shared these remarks while addressing a significant rally organized by the BNP city unit to celebrate Victory Day-2025 at the Old Railway Station premises in the city.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the event featured Chattogram City Corporation (CCC) Mayor Dr. Shahadat Hossin as a special guest, with BNP city unit member secretary Nazimur Rahman presiding over the event. Joint convenor Manjurul Alam moderated the rally, which saw the participation of hundreds of party workers and supporters who later took part in a colorful Victory Day procession ending at Laldighi area after traversing various city streets.
Mir Helal, also the BNP nominated candidate for Chattogram-5 (Hathazari) parliamentary constituency, underscored the necessity of strengthening and institutionalizing democracy to deliver the real benefits of Independence to the people. He urged for the promotion of mutual tolerance, respect, and unity from individual to state level for national progress and prosperity.
CCC Mayor Dr. Shahadat Hossain reflected on the unfulfilled dreams of a democratic and exploitation-free society, noting that conspirators, both domestic and international, continue to threaten the country’s Independence and sovereignty. He highlighted the importance of building greater national unity to restore sustainable democracy, acknowledging the initial introduction of multi-party democracy by Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman and the challenges it faced from anti-democratic elements.
Notable figures such as former city unit general secretary Abul Hashem Bakkar, BNP nominee for Chattogram-9 Abu Sufian, city unit BNP joint convenor Advocate Abdus Satter, and other BNP leaders addressed the rally, reinforcing the call for unity and democratic restoration.