They also urged the youth to be more cautious against threats of extremism.
The calls were made at a public dialogue against violent extremism arranged by Debate for Democracy, in association with Sampreeti programme of Manusher Jonno Foundation at the Jatiya Press Club.
Speakers, including government officials, religious leaders and academics, engaged with teachers and students from different educational institutions.
“The tragic incident in New Zealand has made it clear that people of no country or religion is safe from the threat of violent extremism,” Debate for Democracy President Hasan Ahmed Chowdhury Kiron said, presenting the keynote article.
He said although Bangladesh has been successful in combating such threats, there is no scope for self-complacency.
Deputy Inspector General of police’s anti-terrorism unit Khandaker Lutful Kabir said the law enforcement agencies are trying their best to prevent any threat to national security but cooperation and religious harmony are also necessary.
National Press Club President Saiful Alam and National Debate Federation Chairman Dr Tajul Islam Chowdhury also spoke among others.