Blaming the government for the loss of lives in different parts of the country over the last three days in violence, BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Monday asserted that this "regime must go". “This government has shed the blood of common people on Bangladesh soil on the day of  the 50th anniversary of Independence. It must shoulder the full responsibility for the bloodletting and loss of lives in Dhaka, Chattogram and Brahmanbaria in the last three days, and it must repay the blood debt,” he said. Also read:BNP not to join upcoming UP polls: Fakhrul Speaking at a protest rally, he said, "We want to make it clear that a country can never go on like this. This government can never cling to power by dashing people’s hopes and aspirations even after the 50 years of the country’s independence. They must go.” As part of the party’s countrywide programme, Dhaka south and north units of  BNP arranged the rally in front of the Jatiya Press Club, protesting the killing of people and police attacks on the Independence Day and snatching people’s democratic rights. Fakhrul urged the government to step down immediately and transfer power to a neutral government paving the way for holding a credible election under an impartial Election Commission.  Otherwise, he warned, that the government will have to quit power facing the fate like other dictators of the past. “Let’s get united and forge a unity of people.” Also read:BNP chalks out 2-day programme to mark Feb 21 The BNP leader alleged that the government has turned parliament into a rubber stamp in a planned way. “The independence of the judiciary has been snatched, the administration has been politicised and law enforcement agencies have been turned into partisan oppressive forces. They (govt) did it to establish one-party Baksal rule. So, they must be ousted from power,” he observed. Fakhrul said law enforcers together with ruling party activists repressed the country’s people over the last few days while many people , including BNP leaders and activists, were arrested by police. He voiced concern over the growing price hike of daily essentials ahead of Ramadan, and urged the government to take effective steps to keep the prices of commodities within the buying capacity of people. The BNP leader said their party wants Bangladesh to have good relations with neighbouring countries as the government claims it has very close relations with India. “But the Teesta water-sharing deal has not yet been signed and the border killing has not been stopped yet.”  He said the government cannot resolve outstanding problems with India and realise Bangladeshi people's justified demands due to its 'subservient' policy.  Also read:BNP criticises move to repeal Zia's gallantry title “We would like to say that we won't be able to fulfill the hopes and aspirations of our people and protect the independence of Bangladesh by keeping this regime in power. Our freedom and democracy are now at stake under the current government,” Fakhrul observed.  

  As part of the year-long special events and activities to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Independence, Gallery Cosmos is arranging an exclusive Art Camp titled ’50 Springs of Freedom’ on Friday (March 26, 2021), also the Independence Day of Bangladesh. With a collective vision to portray the colorful vibes of Spring, the king of all seasons, blending with the festive occasion of the glorious Golden Jubilee celebration of freedom - Hidden Her Foundation will host the special art camp, with support from the Cosmos Foundation. Also read: ‘The Black Story’ exhibition by Gallery Cosmos launched virtually In quest for exploring the innate and everlasting connection between human and nature, and celebrate the unified harmony of brush, color and canvas through their jovial artistic expertise, eight leading and promising painters of the country will participate in the four day-long camp from March 26 at Finley Hill, Chattogram. The list of stalwart participators in the camp is featuring a unique team of eminent and promising artists, including Samarjit Roy Chowdhury, Kanak Chanpa Chakma, Anisuzzaman Anis, Anukul Chandra Mazumder, Azmeer Hossain, Bishwajit Goswami, Abdullah Al Bashir & Mong Mong Sho. Also read: Enthralling artworks showcase Sheikh Hasina's eventful life at Gallery Cosmos Regarding the camp, Executive Artistic Manager of Gallery Cosmos Sourav Chowdhury said, "To celebrate the glorious occasion of our 50 years celebration of Independence alongside harmonizing the artistic essence of 50 Springs with all of its vibrant colors, Gallery Cosmos and host Hidden Her Foundation, is proudly organizing this special art camp with support from the Cosmos Foundation." The art camp will conclude on March 28. United News of Bangladesh (UNB) is the Media Partner of the event. Also read: Curtain rises on first-ever virtual exhibition on Bangabandhu by Gallery Cosmos