'Bangladeshi' our only identity, says Salahuddin

There are no Hindus, Muslims, Buddhists, or Christians in Bangladesh, only Bangladeshis, said BNP Standing Committee member Salahuddin Ahmed on Friday.

“The democratic atmosphere that we earned through the blood of our sons is our pride. We are committed to building a Bangladesh where there will be no distinction based on caste or religion—only a Bangladeshi identity,” he said while speaking at an event organised by the Malumghat Christian community of Dulahazara Union in Chakaria Upazila, Cox’s Bazar.

Pointing to students, Salahuddin emphasised the importance of learning a third language alongside Bangla and English to become competitive in the job market.

Salahuddin, candidate for the Cox’s Bazar-1 constituency, said, “Our 18 crore people are our asset, not a burden.”

He also sought votes for the BNP’s 'Sheaf of Paddy' symbol in the upcoming parliamentary elections on February 12, reports UNB.