BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Advocate Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has said that the party views the upcoming July Charter, scheduled to be signed on October 15, in a positive light. He expressed hope that political parties would reach a consensus on the document through dialogue before the scheduled date.Rizvi made these remarks on Friday (October 10) while speaking to journalists at the mausoleum of martyred President Ziaur Rahman in Chandrima Udyan, Dhaka, after offering floral tributes and prayers on behalf of the newly formed committee of the Agriculturist Association of Bangladesh (AAB).Rizvi said, “If there is a genuine belief in democracy, a logical solution can be achieved through dialogue. We are optimistic that a positive political consensus will be reached regarding the July Charter.”
He also spoke about the recent remarks made by BNP’s Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman in an international media interview. Rizvi said, “Tarique Rahman has spoken to the international media after 17 long years. His words carried no partisan tone. He did not call for the destruction of political opponents; instead, he conveyed a message of unity. He only spoke about bringing those responsible for crimes and oppression to justice — through lawful means.”
Highlighting the key message in Tarique Rahman’s statement, Rizvi added, “An analysis of his remarks clearly shows that his main call was for national unity. His message has been widely accepted among civil society, the intellectual community, and the general public.”
Turning to the agricultural sector, Rizvi said, “Among the 31 points announced by Tarique Rahman, special emphasis has been given to agricultural development. Today, farmers are not receiving fair prices for their produce. The Agriculturist Association of Bangladesh must play an effective role in ensuring farmers’ rights.”
He further informed that the AAB will formulate a policy framework to protect the interests of farmers and benefit the nation as a whole. “This direction and inspiration have come directly from our Acting Chairman,” Rizvi added.
The event was also attended by AAB Convener Agriculturist Kamruzzaman and Member Secretary Agriculturist Shahadat Hossain Biplob, among others.