Sushashoner Jonno Nagorik (Shujan), a civil society platform for good governance, released a statement today expressing concern over the decision to entrust the NID services to the Ministry of Home Affairs instead of the Election Commission. On behalf of Shujan, M Hafizuddin Khan, president, and Badiul Alam Majumder, secretary, said that they are deeply concerned about this
He said Mushtaq gave his life to protect the citizens freedom of speech.
The freedom fighter demanded repeal of the DSA by March 26, justice for Mushtaq and the release of all those detained under the controversial law.
The protesters, led by Dr Zafrullah in a wheelchair, started marching towards the Prime Minister s Office around 1:15pm. They were obstructed by police in front of Hotel InterContinental in Shahbagh area.
They gave an ultimatum to the government for abolishing the DSA by March 26, otherwise they will go for tougher protests.
The demands came a day after the law minister said the government is taking measures to ensure that no one is arrested under the DSA before investigation.
Photo: Muntakim Saad
Talking to media, Chief Coordinator of Gana Samhati Andolon Zonayed Saki said a tougher protest will be waged if the DSA is not abolished by March 26.
Earlier, eminent citizens held a rally demanding justice for writer Mushtaq and all who died in custody so far. The rally started in front of Jatiya Press Club around 11:15am.
Speakers at the rally said they wanted proper investigation over the death of Mushtaq in jail custody and the highest punishment of those responsible.
Convener of Nagorik Oikya Mahmudur Rahman Manna; Secretary of Sushashoner Jonno Nagorik, Badiul Alam Majumdar; Internationally acclaimed photographer Shahidul Alam, among others, were present at the rally.