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Jamaat-e-Islami Leaders Demand Justice for Past Persecutions

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Jamaat-e-Islami Assistant Secretary General Rafiqul Islam Khan criticized the Awami League government's rule, stating that party leaders and activists suffered greatly under their fascist regime. He claimed that the government carried out extra-judicial killings, abductions, and executions of innocent Jamaat leaders on false charges, creating a "shameful chapter" in history. Khan demanded a special tribunal to trial those involved in these "judicial killings" and called for a level playing field ahead of the national election.

Key Takeaways:

  • Jamaat-e-Islami leaders and activists were severely persecuted during the Awami League government's rule, with Rafiqul Islam Khan labeling it a "fascist regime."
  • Khan accused the government of carrying out extra-judicial killings, abductions, and executions of innocent Jamaat leaders on false charges.
  • He demanded a special tribunal to trial those involved in these "judicial killings" and called for accountability for past human rights abuses.
  • Khan emphasized the importance of creating a level playing field ahead of the national election, suggesting that Jamaat's participation could lead to a more transparent and corruption-free government.
  • The conference, attended by over 1,750 members, was presided over by Sirajganj District Jamaat Ameer and Jamaat-nominated MP candidate Maulana Shahinur Alam.
  • Central Working Committee Member Dr Abdus Samad and Pabna District Ameer Professor Abu Taleb Mondol were also present as special guests.

Statistics:

  • Over 1,750 male and female members attended the conference.
  • Jamaat-e-Islami leaders and activists suffered greatly under the Awami League government's rule, with Khan labeling it a "fascist regime."
  • No specific statistics were provided regarding the number of extra-judicial killings, abductions, or executions of Jamaat leaders.
  • The Jamaat party has requested a special tribunal to trial those involved in these "judicial killings."

Sources:

  • The conference was held at the Sirajganj Shilpakala Academy, where Rafiqul Islam Khan addressed the district Jamaat's biannual Rukon conference.
  • Khan was accompanied by Sirajganj District Jamaat Ameer and Jamaat-nominated MP candidate Maulana Shahinur Alam, Central Working Committee Member Dr Abdus Samad, and Pabna District Ameer Professor Abu Taleb Mondol as special guests.

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