Will build Bangladesh where not even PM can abuse power with impunity
Staff Correspondent
BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman on Thursday said the party aims to build a Bangladesh where no individual – not even the prime minister – can abuse power with impunity.
“Accountability and transparency will be ensured at every level of the government, from the highest offices to the grassroots, so that we can reaffirm that no one is above the law,” he said while virtually addressing a programme titled “31-Point Structural Reforms of the State and Citizens' Perspectives” in a city hotel.
“If entrusted with the people’s mandate to govern, the BNP will restore freedom of expression for all citizens, regardless of political or organisational affiliation,” he said.
“Our goal is to create a state structure where no one will be harassed for expressing views on platforms like YouTube, Facebook, or other online spaces, or for merely commenting publicly on high-ranking officials, which will also include the prime minister.
“Neither mainstream nor social media will be coerced into concealing the truth or pressured to spread misinformation. We also expect the media to maintain neutrality and objectivity in their roles toward national development,” Tarique added.
