Enact laws to stop violence

Calling strike, or hartal is the democratic right of a political party. But it should be done in a peaceful manner. Similarly, to observe or not to observe a strike is also the democratic right of every citizen. Nobody can force anyone to support or not to support these political programmes. 

The ongoing hartal-blockade has forced ordinary people to pay the price. Many have been killed and wounded, properties have been damaged. I think the responsibility for these losses lies with the political party or group who calls strike, blockade or hartal. Hence, they should compensate for the damage. We urge the government to enact laws regarding this so  that the political parties become more cautious before declaring any political programme.

SD Alam
Motijheel, Dhaka