Amman:Prime Minister's Political Adviser Zahir Uddin Swapon today called on all pro-democracy forces to unite in making the parliamentary system effective and ensuring that the democracy achieved through sacrifices becomes meaningful and sustainable. He emphasized the need to institutionalize democracy by establishing an effective legislature during a commemorative meeting at the Kazi Nazrul Islam Auditorium of the Jatiya Press Club.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the event was organized by the Shaheed Jihad Smriti Parishad to honor Shaheed Jihad, who was killed during the anti-autocracy movement in the 1990s. BNP Acting Secretary General Advocate Ruhul Kabir Rizvi attended as the chief guest, while Shaheed Jihad Smriti Parishad President Aman Ullah Aman presided over the meeting.
BNP Joint Secretary General and lawmaker Khairul Kabir Khokon moderated the program, with other speakers including Mostafizur Rahman Babul, MP, and former lawmakers Nazimuddin Alam, Habibur Rahman Habib, and Khandaker Lutfor Rahman.
Swapon highlighted that the primary responsibility of political activists extends beyond participating in movements, focusing also on ensuring the fundamental rights of the people. He recalled the sacrifices of Shaheed Jihad, Abu Sayeed, and Mughdho, and stressed the importance of implementing the 31-point program announced by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to build a modern, science-oriented state. Additionally, he underscored the necessity of accelerating Bangladesh's progress in artificial intelligence and information technology to keep pace with global advancements.