Disturbingly increasing radicalisation

There has been another raid on a militant den, this time in Sitakunda, Chittagong. Four militants have reportedly been killed, and the operation dragged on for 19 hours! 

It is quite disturbing to read the news of more and more militant dens being uncovered and the threat of increasing radicalisation in the country is real.

We must turn our attention to the youth, a large number of whom are the targets of terrorist outfits. The government must work towards increasing jobs, affordable education and more spaces for cultural activities instead of simply issuing hollow statements. The responsibility falls on the government to create avenues to engage the youth in a productive manner so that they are not blinded and brainwashed by destructive ideologies.

Shakhawat Husain

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