Highlights:
- Assures of thorough and impartial investigation
- Lauds Nur's role in 2018 anti-quota protests, July Uprising
- Reaffirms commitment to holding polls in first half of February
- Says no conspiracy can derail election timeline
The interim government strongly condemned the brutal attack on Nurul Haque Nur, the president of the Gono Odhikar Parishad, a prominent leader of the July Uprising, and a tireless advocate of democracy, justice, and the rights of the people, in a statement issued on Saturday.
"Such acts of violence are an assault not only on Mr Nur but also on the spirit of the democratic movement that brought the nation together in its historic struggle for justice and accountability," it added.
It further assured the people that a thorough and impartial investigation into "this heinous incident will be conducted with utmost urgency."
"No individual, regardless of influence or position, will be spared from accountability. Justice will be delivered transparently and swiftly."
In the immediate term, a specialised medical board has been formed to oversee the treatment of Nur and other injured members of his party, the statement said.
"The government is committed to ensuring that they receive the highest standard of medical care. Should their conditions require it, they will be flown abroad for advanced treatment at state expense. The nation's prayers and solidarity remain with Nur, injured members of his party, and their families during this critical time," it added.
The statement also lauded Nur's role during the 2018 anti-quota protests.
"He was arrested and brutally tortured in custody during the July Uprising, when his role symbolised the collective aspiration of our people for a free, fair, and democratic Bangladesh. His courage and sacrifices will forever remain part of our nation's history," it said.
Urging unity, the government also reaffirmed that the national election will be held on time, in the first half of February 2026.
"All conspiracies, obstructions, or attempts to delay or derail the election will be firmly resisted by the interim government and our democracy-loving patriotic people. The people's will shall prevail, and no evil force will be allowed to undermine our march to democracy," the statement concluded.
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