| Some BNP leaders also had DGFI link: Abbas BNP joint secretary general Mirza Abbas yesterday alleged that a group of BNP leaders were in contact with DGFI (Directorate General of the Forces Intelligence) during the military-backed caretaker government of Dr Fakhruddin Ahmed.(The Independent) "Like some Awami League leaders, a section of BNP leaders, too used to contact DGFI members on a regular basis to destroy BNP and oust BNP chairperson Khaleda Zia from the conutry," he said while talking to media personnel at his Sahjanpur residence in the city. Referring to the statement of AL leader Abdul Jalil in London on September 23, he said, "Abdul Jalil is absolutely right. His remarks truly reflected the real situation of the state of emergency." At that time leaders like Mannan Bhuiyan (former BNP secretary general) had been able to save themselves due to their contact with the DGFI, he added. He also expressed concern over the future of the country. "It is difficult to comment on the future of the country. We don't know whether we are going to face military rule again," said the BNP leader. Criticising the government for its 'ill-treatment of the opposition,' he said their style of governance might lead to military intervention again." About the internal conflict in the party he said, "BNP's position is not so strong today as it was before due to the conspiracy against the party during the military-backed caretaker government." "Those who were involved in intrigues and plots against the party during the caretaker government might be pardoned but should not be rewarded," opined the senior BNP leader. Meanwhile, senior BNP leader Salahuddin Quader Chowdhury's series of comments on the party and its leaders have created sharp reaction in the party high command. While talking to The Independent yesterday BNP's senior leaders avoided direct comment on Salahuddin Quader's remarks saying that party high command will discuss the matter and determine the next course of action. BNP standing committee member Khandaker Moshraf Hossain, vice-chairman MK Anwar, joint secretary general Nazrul Islam Khan, Dhaka city corporation mayor Sadeque Hossain Khoka, whip Joynal Abedin Faruk and joint secretary general Gayeshwar Chandra Roy more or less talked in the same vein and said those who love the party should refrain from making any comment against its interest. Salahuddin Quader Chowdhury's recent remarks on BNP senior joint secretary general Tarique Rahman, the leadership of Dhaka metropolitan city unit of BNP and reformist leaders have fuelled resentment among party leaders. Following his comment, BNP leaders from the grassroots level to central level are confused about his (Salahuddin) motive. Meanwhile, a faction of BNP leaders and workers demanded his expulsion from the as they claimed he had violated party discipline. Even the BNP chairperson Khaleda Zia is said to be embarrassed by it. According to party insiders, the leaders and activists loyal to Salahuddin Quader Chowdhury, are now trying their best to impress on Khaleda Zia that this issue is not a serious one and should not be taken seriously. When contacted, Khandaker Mosharraf Hossain said that he would not comment on the issue. "I shall not make any comment about Salahuddin Quader Chowdhury's remark. It is not BNP's statement. It is his (Salahuddin ) personal opinion," he said. MK Anwar said that he was not interested to give any opinion on Chowdhury's remark. "If anyone's remarks affect the BNP's interest, party's high command will take decision about him. So I don't have anything to say on the issue," he commented. Nazrul Islam Khan said, "I don't have any personal comment on Salahuddin Quader Chowdhury's remark. The party's high command will deal with the issue." Talking to The Independent Sadeque Hossain Khoka said Salahuddin Quader Chowdhury's remark will be discussed in the party forum. "Certainly, the issue will be discussed in the party's forum and BNP's high command will take decision whether party's image is tarnished by Salahuddin Quader Chowdhury's comment," he said. BNP whip Joynal Abedin Faruk said, the leaders who have the real love and affection for BNP should refrain from any blame game that affect the party's interest. "As a worker of a BNP, I think we should refrain from blame game as it does not bring any good to the party. The BNP leaders and workers now will have to work together and raise united voice against government's repression instead of blaming each other," he said. Meanwhile, a group of BNP activists of Dhaka City brought out a procession yesterday in front of BNP chairperson's Gulshan office against the remarks of Salahuddin Quader Chowdhury. http://www.theindependent-bd.com/details.php?nid=143484 |
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