NCP Chief Organiser (north) Sarjis Alam on Saturday called for a strong resistance against ‘Mujibism’, asserting that legal measures alone are not enough to confront it.
“We cannot fight ‘Mujibism’ through legal means alone. We must break it economically, politically and culturally,” Sarjis said while addressing Jamaat-e-Islami’s national rally at Suhrawardy Udyan in the capital.
He alleged that the ‘conspiracy of Mujibism’ is still active in Bangladesh, with strongholds such as Gopalganj and other regions across the country continuing to harbour such forces.
“We do not want to see the law enforcement agencies as instruments of appeasement for those in power. Let us be clear: a Bangladesh-oriented state is not possible under the ‘Mujibist Constitution’ of 1972. We need a new constitution. We need elections for a new constituent assembly. We must secure the rights of women and our minority brothers and sisters,” he said.
Calling for a broader unity beyond political lines, Sarjis urged all anti-authoritarian forces to join hands. “When it comes to resisting ‘Mujibism’ and tyranny, all forces must come together. Pro-India ‘Mujibist’ elements are once again becoming active in Bangladesh. There will be no space for any foreign dominance—be it Indian or otherwise—in this country.”
Referring to the significance of August 5, he hinted at both past and upcoming political ambitions, stating, “Last year we had hopes for August 5, but those dreams remain unfulfilled. As August 5 approaches again, we reiterate—we don’t want a so-called civil transitional government. We want a post-uprising government.”
He made pointed remarks demanding accountability, saying, “There must be a trial for the killer Hasina. The verdict must be delivered and implemented. We will not accept a judiciary loyal to any political party.”
Ahead of the upcoming elections, Sarjis emphasised unity among anti-fascist forces.
“Unity doesn’t mean blind loyalty. If anyone engages in extortion, we will speak out. If someone runs a syndicate, we will oppose it. If anyone engages in land grabbing, we will resist. But when it comes to fighting the Awami League, we will stand united,” he said.