DHAKA: Ousted PM Sheikh Hasina’s son Sajeeb Wazed Joy asserted Wednesday that democracy and elections in Bangladesh are impossible without the participation of Awami League, the country’s largest and oldest party. In a video message, he addressed the current govt: “We also want a democratic, orderly and safe country. For that, we are ready to discuss with everyone, only if they eliminate militancy and violence. Sheikh Hasina is not dead. We didn’t go anywhere. Democracy and elections are not possible without the Awami League in Bangladesh.” His message came amid violence and political unrest in Bangladesh.
“If a new democratic Bangladesh is to be built, it is not possible without Awami League. It is the biggest party. It will not go anywhere. It is not possible to end Awami League,” he said, emphasising that the current situation demanded involvement of Hasina’s family, despite earlier declarations that they would not return to politics. He urged party functionaries to stand firm. “Stand up with courage. We are here. Bangabandhu’s family did not go anywhere. We are with you. We are ready to do whatever is necessary…”
“If a new democratic Bangladesh is to be built, it is not possible without Awami League. It is the biggest party. It will not go anywhere. It is not possible to end Awami League,” he said, emphasising that the current situation demanded involvement of Hasina’s family, despite earlier declarations that they would not return to politics. He urged party functionaries to stand firm. “Stand up with courage. We are here. Bangabandhu’s family did not go anywhere. We are with you. We are ready to do whatever is necessary…”
Source : Times of India
