Hefazat congratulates Tarique, BNP on huge election win

Hefazat-e-Islam Bnagladesh congratulated BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman and the party-led alliance for achieving a landslide victory in the 13th National Parliamentary Election.

In a statement sent to the media on Saturday, Hefazat Ameer Shah Muhibbullah Babunagari and Secretary General Sajidur Rahman expected that BNP would play a due role in establishing justice, good governance, safeguarding the country's sovereignty and Islamic values after assuming power.

"We extend our sincere congratulations and best wishes to Tarique Rahman and the BNP-led alliance for achieving a landslide victory in the 13th Parliamentary Election based on the expectations of the people,” the statement said, adding that Hefazat also congratulated all newly elected lawmakers, the interim government and the Election Commission.

Describing state power as “a great blessing from Allah,” the leaders said they expected the new government under Tarique’s leadership to run the state with honesty, efficiency and responsibility, and to play an effective role in the overall development of the country, as well as in establishing justice and good governance.

They also expressed hope that the government would take firm steps to protect the country's mosques-madrasas, scholars, religious and human rights of citizen, while ensuring the rule of law, controlling prices, creating employment, and preserving Muslim education.

The statement further said that the government would strengthen national unity by maintaining tolerance and mutual respect among differing political views, and take a firm stance against fascist tendencies. Those in power will consider themselves as servants of the people, not rulers.

Alleging post-election violence, Hefazat leaders said that the terrorism, violence and anarchy would harm the government, society and future generations.

They called on the new government to take strict but fair steps to curb terrorism and violence.

The leaders also urged effective training to make law enforcement forces more professional, accountable and humane, and initiative to guide the young people to the right direction.

The Hefazat leaders further appealed to the civil society and youth to refrain from provocative actions, attacks on opponents, spreading false information, and engaging in violent activities on social media, while emphsising the need for greater compassion and support for poor, helpless, and disadvantaged people.