Tarique pays tributes to Liberation War martyrs on Independence Day

BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman has said Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman declared the independence of Bangladesh and his historic declaration provided a directionless nation with the courage to jump into the Liberation War, reports BSS.

In a message on the eve of the Independence Day on Tuesday, he extended his heartfelt greetings and congratulations to all, including the countrymen and expatriate Bangladeshis.

Tarique Rahman said the great independence and national day marks the beginning of a new chapter in the national life through a new sunrise.

The independence of Bangladesh is the greatest achievement of this nation after a thousand years of struggle, he said.

He paid deepest respect to all Liberation War martyrs on this great day saying the freedom of the motherland was achieved through their unforgettable sacrifice.

He also paid his deepest respect to the memory of all the national leaders, including the great independence proclaimer, Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman.

Tarique Rahman also recalled the contribution of the freedom fighters as the nation achieved the great victory against Pakistani occupational forces through their nine-month struggle.

He also respectfully remembered those mothers and sisters who made the ultimate sacrifice for the independence of the motherland.