Hindus will no longer have to live in fear: Fakhrul

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir yesterday said that the party will ensure peace and security for all citizens if it is voted to power.

Fakhrul, also BNP’s candidate from Thakurgaon-1 constituency, was addressing an election rally in Auliapur union of Thakurgaon Sadar upazila.

He said the foremost responsibility of a BNP government would be to ensure peace and security for all.

Claiming that the BNP always stands with the Hindu community, he said there is fear and anxiety among Hindu voters, as many believe that if they vote for someone else, they may be harmed.

“Our Hindu brothers and sisters will no longer have to live in fear. This country is yours. You have the same rights as Muslims. It must be remembered that we are all equal citizens of the same country,” he also said.

He outlined several pledges, including creation of jobs for one crore people and issuance of health cards.

Referring to the Liberation War of 1971, Fakhrul said those now seeking votes for the scales had opposed Bangladesh’s independence.

“This time we have the opportunity to take the right decision. Vote for the sheaf of paddy and strengthen the hands of those who stand for independence and speak about family cards, agriculture cards, health cards and strengthening law and order,” he added.