Satkhira, Jan 27 (V7N)- Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman on Tuesday declared that his party would maintain friendly relations with all but would not compromise on sovereignty or accept domination by any power other than Allah.

Speaking at an election rally at Satkhira Boys’ High School grounds around 12 noon, he said,

 “We want to maintain good relations without harming anyone. We also want to remain good friends. But by Allah, we will not allow anyone to become our lord. We have no lord other than Allah. On this issue, we are uncompromising.”

Referring to national cricketer Mustafizur Rahman, Dr. Shafiqur Rahman said the pacer has brought international recognition to Bangladesh through cricket. He criticized the decision of a neighboring country for not allowing Mustafizur to participate in a friendly match, calling it an insult to Bangladesh and its cricketing community.

He said the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) initially decided to tour India for a T20 series but later withdrew the decision. Jamaat had demanded that the match be held in Sri Lanka instead. However, the International Cricket Council (ICC) did not accept the proposal.

“We are saddened and ashamed by this incident,” he said, urging the authorities to reconsider the decision. He added that many countries in the past had shifted venues due to security concerns or perceived insults, questioning why Bangladesh could not do the same.

Strong Stance Against Corruption

The Jamaat Ameer announced a strict and uncompromising position against corruption, alleging that corrupt political figures have looted and smuggled approximately Tk 28 lakh crore abroad.

“These documents are with Bangladesh Bank,” he claimed, adding,

 “If Allah gives us the opportunity, we will recover the people’s wealth from those who looted it. There will be no mercy for those who steal public money.”

He further said that once Jamaat forms the government, no one would be able to accumulate or use black money, and that salaries for workers in high-risk professions would be significantly revised.

Promise for Satkhira’s Development

Addressing local issues, Dr. Shafiqur Rahman said Satkhira had been neglected for the past 15 and a half years and treated unfairly.

“If you give us the district’s four parliamentary seats, we will work with you to resolve Satkhira’s problems,” he said.

He added that if Jamaat comes to power, corruption would not be tolerated and “no educated thief will be allowed to exploit the people.”

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