NILPHAMARI, Nov 08 (UNB): Dr. Shafiqur Rahman, Ameer of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, has pledged to establish a justice system free from discrimination in the country.
He also sharply criticized the former Awami League government for years of oppression and injustice.
He was speaking at a meeting with Jamaat activists in Nilphamari town.
Jamaat Ameer said, "They (Awami League) made a mockery of justice and perpetuated injustice. But the same thing should not happen towards Sheikh Hasina and any of her allies."
He alleged that Jamaat-e-Islami had been the most targeted group under the Awami League government, with party offices across the country, including its central office, forcibly shut down. "Our activists could not live in peace even in their homes. They are abducted and falsely accused of sedition," he said. "Top Jamaat leaders were killed in the name of justice on false and fabricated charges of war crimes."
"The fascist Awami League deprived the people of peace. Citizens from all backgrounds have faced oppression, and the country's stability had been shattered," the Jamaat chief said.
Referring to Sheikh Hasina, Dr. Rahman said, "She said she wouldn't run away, but she fled to her beloved country." While refraining from directly naming India, he emphasised, "We respect our neighbours and do not believe in creating hostility. But we also expect reciprocal respect and good neighbourly behaviour."
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