Swapon says Bangladeshi nationalism journey began on November 7, 1975.
Prime Minister's Political Adviser (Ministerial Rank) Zahir Uddin Swapon has said the journey of the philosophy of Bangladeshi nationalism began on November 7, 1975.
He said the November 7 Sepoy-People Uprising was not merely a historical event but also laid the foundation for restoring Bangladesh's independence, sovereignty and multiparty democracy.
Swapon made the remarks while addressing a discussion meeting as the chief guest marking the National Revolution and Solidarity Day, organised by New York State BNP at a Restaurant in Jackson Heights, New York, at 7:00pm local time on Friday (7:00am Saturday Bangladesh time).
In his speech, Swapon further said Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman had united a divided nation by upholding the spirit of November 7 and initiated the process of building a self-reliant and prosperous Bangladesh.
He said everyone, including expatriate Bangladeshis, must work in the spirit of solidarity to sustain the country's democratic progress and protect its sovereignty in the current global and political context.
He also noted that BNP leaders and activists abroad continued to play an important role in the country's democracy and development.
The meeting was chaired by New York State BNP President Jasim Uddin while BNP International Affairs Secretary Barrister Naushad Zamir, MP and BNP Central Organising Secretary for Dhaka Division Kazi Saiyedul Alam Babul addressed the meeting as special guests.
BNP Central Executive Committee members Gias Ahmed and Zillur Rahman Zillu also spoke as distinguished guests.
A large number of leaders and activists of New York State BNP and its affiliated organisations attended the meeting. The speakers pledged to work together for the welfare of the country and the party in the days ahead, inspired by the spirit of November 7.
