Nationalist Democratic Movement Chairman Bobby Hajjaj has called for the repeal of the constitutional clause related to the display of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s portrait in institutions.
"According to Article 4(a) of our constitution, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's portrait is still displayed in various government, semi-government, and autonomous offices, which is a reminder of Awami League fascism rule. This clause of the constitution must be suspended immediately through a presidential ordinance."
He further said: "It is time to find an answer to how long the interim government will remain in power. We might get that answer once the government's steps toward state reform become clear. However, we believe an environment suitable for national elections can be created anytime after June next year."
He made these comments during a media briefing titled "Two-Month Observation, Evaluation, and Proposals on the Interim Government" on Tuesday.
He said: "Laws such as the Cyber Security Act and the Special Powers Act must be repealed immediately.”
Bobby Hajjaj demanded that collaborators of Awami fascism within the police and administration be identified and dismissed from government service.
He added that the government may seek cooperation from political parties in this matter.
He also called for the appointment of judges in the International Crimes Tribunal and for reforms in relevant laws and regulations.
Hajjaj also said: "We wish success for the coming days of the interim government led by Nobel laureate Chief Advisor Dr Muhammad Yunus. The interim government is not our opponent; it represents the core of our hopes and aspirations."
