Tarique Rahman is having to bear the burden of sins left behind by Dr. Muhammad Yunus. Yunus and his followers have driven the country into an abyss. Yunus had no intention of holding an election; he was compelled to do so only under pressure from the army and the people, as his desire was to cling to power by relying on religious extremists. We realized just how deceitful this Yunus is within three days of his assumption of power. Mr. Tarique Rahman needs to be more strategic if the country is to be restored to normalcy. This observation was made by journalist Mahbub Kamal, who is currently visiting London.
He made these remarks yesterday, September 7, 2026, at 6:00 PM (London time) during an informal gathering with expatriates titled “Reflections on Bangladesh” and “Exchange of Views,” held at the Cafe Grill restaurant in East London’s Bangla Town. He stated that the current government and the ordinary people of the country desire the spirit of 1971 and the Constitution of 1972. We must certainly uphold these. However, the problem lies with extremist groups. These anti-liberation and extremist elements seek to erase the Liberation War and the Constitution of 1972; we must all remain vigilant regarding this, irrespective of party affiliation or opinion. Just as it is impossible for Tarique Rahman—the child of a freedom fighter—to accept this, no Bengali who upholds the spirit of the Liberation War would desire it either. If the Liberation War of 1971 and the Constitution of 1972 are set aside, nothing else remains.
The law and order situation in the country is far from satisfactory; the government must take a stricter stance to restore order and bring the country back to normalcy.
Barrister Tania Amir also spoke at this gathering, which was presided over by prominent community figure and businessman Motiur Rahman Matin and moderated by journalist Morshalin Mizan. A large number of expatriates—including journalists, lawyers, and businesspeople residing in Britain—participated in this informal gathering organized by Motiur Rahman Matin, Advocate Mujibul Haque Moni, Farhad Alam Hirul, and Morshalin Mizan. Many of those present raised questions regarding the country’s current crisis—specifically issues concerning gas and electricity supplies, import-export activities, the closure of factories, the prevailing law-and-order situation, mob violence, and the recurring incidents of sexual abuse in the country’s Qawmi madrasas. In response to a question, journalist Mahbub Kamal stated that if this situation persists, the majority of the country’s garment industries could shut down. We all need to be more conscious about improving the law and order situation.
