Stating that there are no thoughts of changing the national anthem, Religious Adviser Dr AFM Khalid Hossain on Saturday said that the interim government will not do anything that creates controversy.

“Currently, we are prioritising law and order the most. We do not want to do anything at this moment that might create any controversy. We want to build a beautiful Bangladesh with everyone,” he told reporters before attending a meeting with representatives of all religions at the Rajshahi Islamic Foundation.

Replying to a question about the news of the Hindu Mahasabha's threat of attack on the Bangladesh cricket team, Khalid Hossain said, “As a neighbouring country, we want a friendly relationship with India. We have heard about the threat on our cricket team in India. Since the BCB (Bangladesh Cricket Board) is there, they will decide on the course of action.”

Regarding attacks on places of worship, the religious affairs adviser said, attacking mosques, temples, and shrines is a heinous act. “Those who attack places of worship are enemies of humanity and criminals.”

They will be brought to book according to the existing laws and  for the security of Durga Puja, students from madrasas will be involved alongside the local people in guarding the temples to prevent any attacks or sabotage.

“The madrasa students were never involved in any kind of militancy. This is a conspiracy and false propaganda by the previous government,” he said.

He also said, after the change of government, just as there have been attacks on the homes of some Hindu community people, there have also been attacks on the homes of Muslims. “There is no scope to view this differently. This government is a government for everyone, committed to ensuring everyone's security.”