Awami League’s Publicity and Publication Secretary Hasan Mahmud yesterday called for security drives to arrest arsonists and bombers.
“The BNP wants level-playing field during the elections. It is really necessary. But in the name of level-playing field, the Election Commission or the law enforcement agencies cannot allow criminals to congregate in Dhaka.
“Law enforcers should also bring the financiers to justice,” he said at a discussion in Dhaka yesterday.
Food Minister Quamrul Islam said: “Elections will be held in a congenial atmosphere. But allowing people, accused of hurling petrol bombs, to move freely cannot be termed as creating a level-playing field.
“All are equal in the eyes of law. There is no reason to think that you will bring criminals to Dhaka and police will sit idle. No such opportunity will be given. If you want equal opportunity, nominate clean people.”
