Tarique Rahman warns govt against missteps

SAVAR, July 30 (UNB): BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman on Wednesday warned that any wrong decision by the current interim government could put the country's democratic journey at serious risk and open the door to the rise of fascism, extremism and radicalism.

"Any wrong step by the government can push the journey of democracy into crisis. Fascism, extremism and radicalism can raise their heads. So, we all, especially, the interim government must remain extremely careful," he said.

Tarique made the remarks while virtually addressing a protest rally organised by the Dhaka District unit of BNP at Darul Ihsan Madrasa ground at Sreepur in Ashulia.

The programme was arranged to commemorate the victims of the brutal Ashulia incident during the July Mass Uprising 2024, where the bodies of martyrs were reportedly burned near the Ashulia Police Station.

After the removal of fascist rule, Tarique said people entrusted the interim government with the responsibility of running the country, hoping their rights would be restored.

He expressed concern that certain elements within the interim government might be using evil tactics instead of working to return the country's ownership to its people by handing over power to their elected representatives.