No possibility of conflict from AL side on 27 July: Quader

Awami League General Secretary Obaidul Quader has assured that there is no anticipated risk of conflict from their side surrounding the 27 July "Youth Victory" rally of Jubo League.

"Awami League will not engage in provocation. However, if any such incidents occur, the government will ensure the security and safety of people's lives and properties," said Quader, also the Road Transport and Bridges minister, while addressing the introductory meeting of the party's education and human resources sub-committee at its central office on Bangabandhu Avenue in Dhaka today.

On Sunday, the student wing of Awami League deferred its "Youth Victory" rally slated for 24 July at the southwest gate of Baitul Mokarram Mosque to 27 July, a day after BNP declared its grand rally on the same date.

Obaidul Quader asserted that "70% of the people in the country are eager to vote for Awami League. He said the people are the strength of the Awami League and that they fear no one.

The introductory meeting, presided over by Awami League Education and Human Resource Affairs Secretary Shamsunnahar Champa, was held under the chairmanship of sub-committee Prof Dr Abdul Khalek.

In a scathing commentary, Obaidul Quader expressed his scepticism about the success of BNP's movement, suggesting that it might end up as another unproductive gathering at Golapbagh field, akin to their previous endeavours that he referred to as mere picnic parties disguised as movements.

Speaking of student politics, the AL leader observed that the beauty and glory of student politics have faded over time and advocated for its revival. "We must bring back the glory of student politics while our emphasis should be placed on research in education," he said. In contrast, he praised the leadership of Bangabandhu and Sheikh Hasina, emphasising Sheikh Hasina's significant accomplishments over the past 48 years, stating that her profound knowledge in various fields contributed to the country's progress.

He credited Bangabandhu for granting political freedom and Sheikh Hasina for securing economic freedom, leaving behind a legacy that continues to shape the nation.

Quader said that many individuals who held power in the country neither came from political backgrounds nor had competent successors. He particularly commended Sajib Wazed Joy for his invaluable contributions to building Digital Bangladesh, admiring his quiet and impactful approach to revolutionising the nation without seeking self-promotion.

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