Law Adviser Dr Asif Nazrul on Wednesday said there is no possibility of the ban on Awami League’s activities being withdrawn anytime soon.
“When a party’s activities are banned, questions arise whether it is temporary or permanent. But I don’t see any chance of the ban on Awami League being lifted—not before the election, and not in the near future either,” he told reporters in Barisal.
He made the remarks after visiting the Sree Sree Shankar Math puja mandap in the city, where he expressed satisfaction over the celebrations. “Durga Puja is being celebrated joyfully across the country. People of all religions are citizens of Bangladesh and have equal rights to practice their faith,” he said.
Referring to the chief adviser’s recent interview with a foreign media outlet, Nazrul added: “The election will be held in the first half of February. We have no intention to stay even a minute beyond that. We wanted to ensure visible progress in justice and reforms.” He noted that nine–10 reforms have already been implemented in the Ministry of Law.
Earlier, the adviser arrived at the Barisal Circuit House, visited Shankar Math near the New Market area, and exchanged greetings with leaders of the Hindu community before departing for Bhola.
In response to the questions of journalists, Asif Nazrul further said that action will be taken against those who want to disturb the hills.
"We want to say that everyone has equal rights in this country. If there is any violation in this matter, the law enforcement agencies will take action," he said.
"Despite the conspiracy of evil forces, the government was alert," he added,
