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Rizvi Says IGP’s Crossfire Remark Embarrassed Government
BNP leader Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has said the inspector general of police’s (IGP) remarks about bringing back crossfire have embarrassed the government, stressing that crimes must be tackled through the proper enforcement of existing laws rather than extrajudicial methods.
Rizvi made the remarks on Tuesday while inaugurating a free medical camp in front of the BNP’s central office in Nayapaltan, Dhaka, marking the 48th founding anniversary of Jatiyatabadi Jubo Dal, the party’s youth wing.
Referring to the IGP’s comments on restoring crossfire, Rizvi said Prime Minister Tarique Rahman wanted to build a humane Bangladesh. Against that backdrop, he said, the police chief’s remarks had raised concerns and created an embarrassing situation for the government.
Rizvi said Bangladesh already had sufficient laws to combat crime and there was no need to resort to methods outside the legal framework. Criminals should instead be dealt with through the proper application of existing laws, he said, adding that the rule of law could not be established through illegal methods.
The BNP leader said the party had come to power after years of struggle against enforced disappearances, killings and misrule over the past 17 years. Establishing the rule of law and ensuring a humane environment were therefore important priorities, he added.
He urged the police to perform their duties by enforcing the law properly rather than resorting to extrajudicial practices.
Rizvi also highlighted the role of young people in national development, urging them to remain organised and work for the country’s progress. He called on youths to stay away from tender manipulation and extortion and ensure they did not become a source of fear for the public.
He said Jubo Dal had maintained a positive approach and expressed hope that young people would continue contributing to national development and public welfare. Responsible engagement by the youth, he added, could help build a better and more humane society.