Awami League won’t be allowed to take to streets over Noor Hossain Day, says CA’s press secretary

Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam has announced that the ousted Awami League will not be allowed to hold any programs on the streets.

On Sunday, the anniversary of the killing of Jubo League activist Noor Hossain during the anti-Ershad movement, Awami League leaders and activists are announcing on social media their intention to take to the streets, bdnews24.com reports. 

In a Facebook post on Saturday, the press secretary labeled Awami League as "fascist" and said law-enforcing agencies would also adopt a strict stance against any protest processions or gatherings.

This is the first time Awami League has announced a street program since the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s government on Aug 5.

The deposed party, which held power for a continuous 15.5 years, has called on its leaders and activists to gather at Gulistan Zero Point at 3pm on Sunday to observe the program.

The Facebook post reads, "Our protest is against the violation of the rights of the people of the country; our protest is against the rise of fundamentalist forces; our protest is against the conspiracy to disrupt the daily lives of ordinary people."

The party has also urged everyone to join Awami League leaders and activists in their protest against "misgovernance."

In response, Press Secretary Shafiqul wrote in a Facebook post: "Awami League is now a 'fascist' party. This 'fascist' party has no right to protest in Bangladesh. Under the orders of 'mass murderer and dictator' Sheikh Hasina, any attempt to hold meetings, rallies, or processions will be met with firm resistance by law enforcement. The interim government will not tolerate any activities that disrupt public order."