Amir Hamza’s resignation demanded over ‘derogatory’ remarks on women

Women activists under the banner of Kushtia Sachetan Nagarik Samaj staged a demonstration in Kushtia on Thursday, demanding the resignation of Kushtia-3 (Sadar) Jamaat backed MP Mufti Amir Hamza and legal action against him over what they described as derogatory remarks about women.
The procession started from Panch Rastar Mor around 11am, passed through several streets in the town and ended at the municipal premises, where the demonstrators held a rally. More than a hundred women joined the programme and chanted various slogans.
Addressing the rally, the speakers said they expected an elected representative like Amir Hamza to uphold women's dignity and demonstrate respect towards them.
They alleged that Amir Hamza’s remarks about women at various religious gatherings and public events had undermined their dignity and were unacceptable.
They also said women constitute half of the country's population and that anyone who disrespects them cannot properly discharge the responsibilities of a public representative.
The protesters called for an impartial investigation into his remarks and demanded that he be held accountable. They also urged the authorities concerned to take appropriate action, including ensuring his resignation from Parliament.
They warned of launching a broader movement if their demands were not met. Attempts to contact Amir Hamza for comment were unsuccessful, as his mobile phone was switched off.
Kushtia Sachetan Nagarik Samaj Convener Kumkum Rahman, Member Secretary Latifa Akter Rosi, and women leaders Nilufa and Mallika Begum Tania, among others, attended the programme.