Chief Coordinator of Ganosanghati Andolan Junaid Saki has said reforms and elections are intrinsically linked, stating that both are necessary for meaningful political change, report agencies.
"Just as there will be no elections without reforms, many reforms without elections will not be possible," Saki said.
The leader came up with the remarks while speaking at a public dialogue titled 'Establishing a New Political Settlement for the Democratic Transformation of the State' at the Jatiya Press Club in the city on Saturday.
Saki stressed that the next election date should be determined through discussions involving all stakeholders and highlighted the need for a power structure rooted in accountability to the people.
While Bangladesh has made significant progress over the last 53 years, justice for the country's people remains elusive, Saki bemoaned.
He pointed out that the prolonged authoritarian style of governance has hindered progress, calling for structural changes to the 1972 Constitution. "The power has been going on in a fascist manner for so long, it has to be changed."
Saki also underscored the importance of uniting people in the fight for democratic transformation and warned against divisive tactics. "Only if there is accountability of power, it is possible to establish the rule of law in society."
Urging vigilance, he called on citizens to remain united in ensuring a democratic and just society.
Political analysts and activists joined the event.
Saki said that if those injured in the July-August protests take to the streets demanding medical treatment, the government should feel ashamed and embarrassed.
“We call on the state to immediately ensure medical care for all wounded fighters and to take full responsibility for their lives with all available resources.”
He concluded, “Families of the martyrs must be supported, and the heroes should be honoured with state recognition.”
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