BNP wants restoration of democracy thru polls

BNP wants to quickly restore democracy in Bangladesh through a credible election for the country's progress, said the party's senior leader Abdul Moyeen Khan yesterday.

He made the remarks while speaking to reporters at party founder Ziaur Rahman's grave.

Moyeen, a member of the BNP standing committee, along with leaders and activists of Jatiyatabadi Baul Dal, paid tribute to Zia by placing a wreath at his grave, marking the 18th founding anniversary of the Baul organisation.

Awami League, which claims to be the main force behind the independence, destroyed democracy -- the main spirit of the Liberation War, he said.

Moyeen said BNP has long been struggling for the restoration of democracy. He said one-party rulers may showcase power, but they do not win the love of people.

"That is why we, BNP, do not believe in the politics of revenge. We advocate for the rights and freedoms of all," he said.