Lakshmipur: Bangladesh’s Water Resources Minister Shahiduddin Chowdhury Anee has stated that Tarique Rahman is unlike any of the country’s previous prime ministers, demonstrating through his words and actions that he is a leader of the people. Speaking as the chief guest at a discussion meeting organized by the Hindu community in Lakshmipur, the minister highlighted Tarique Rahman’s impact since taking office.
According to United News of Bangladesh, Minister Anee noted that Tarique Rahman has been in office for less than a month yet has already inspired the conscience of the people, proving his capability to lead the country. Anee quoted Rahman asserting, ‘I am not the BNP’s Prime Minister; I am Bangladesh’s Prime Minister.’
The minister also discussed the Family Card programme, emphasizing that it is designed for all citizens of Bangladesh, with the allowance registered in the name of the woman of the household. Anee remarked that Prime Minister Tarique Rahman inaugurated this program to fulfill the government’s election commitments.
Addressing the Hindu community, Anee underscored that there should be no perception of inferiority, as BNP’s politics respects all religions and includes everyone. The event was led by Babu Shankar Majumder, president of the Lakshmipur Hindu-Buddhist-Christian Unity Council, and moderated by Shimul Saha, general secretary of the Central Youth Unity Council. Notable attendees included Wahid Uddin Chowdhury Happy, vice president of BUFF, Sahab Uddin Sabu, district BNP member secretary, joint convener Advocate Habibur Rahman, among others.