Thakurgaon, Jan 12 (V7N) — BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has alleged that the overall law and order situation in the country has not improved yet, although he expressed hope that the situation would be resolved soon.

He made the remarks while speaking to journalists during a media interaction in Thakurgaon on Monday (January 12).

Mirza Fakhrul said the government has failed to recover illegal weapons ahead of the elections, calling it a major shortcoming.

“The government has not yet been able to recover illegal weapons in connection with the elections. Along with this, the law and order situation has not improved. However, BNP remains hopeful that the situation will be resolved very soon,” he said.

The BNP leader also spoke on cricket-related issues, including the role of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), Bangladesh’s performance in the T20 World Cup, and the matter involving national team pacer Mustafizur Rahman.

“International politics and the honor of the country are involved in cricket. Insulting a cricketer means insulting the nation,” he said.

He praised the BCB’s stance on the issue, stating that BNP supports the board’s decision, while suggesting that minor disputes should be resolved amicably.

Highlighting BNP’s political role, Mirza Fakhrul said the party has played a significant role in the country’s democratic journey.

“BNP is a tested political party. The transition from one-party to multi-party democracy, reforms, free journalism, and ensuring judicial independence were achieved during BNP’s tenure,” he said.

On water-sharing issues, he reiterated BNP’s position, stating that a BNP-led government would ensure fair distribution of international and common rivers, including Teesta and Padma, through dialogue with India.

“We will secure our rightful share of water while maintaining mutual respect with India. Good relations will reduce hostility,” he added.

Referring to criticism from abroad, Mirza Fakhrul remarked,

“For those who speak loudly from overseas, fascism may be a factor. For us, it is not. We know how to drive fascists away.”

Regarding the postponed visit of BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman to the northern region, he said,

“North Bengal is his homeland. He will certainly visit at a later time.”

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