Arafat Hasan of DOT : Awami League President and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina reiterated yesterday that she does not want to ‘return to power’ in a way which may destabilize the country.
“I don’t have any desire to go to power by any means possible …if we can get elected by people’s vote then it’s Alhamdullillah. If we can’t retain power, there is no problem. Let peace prevail in the country.”
She was addressing a business conference titled ‘bangladesh Towards Peace And Prosperity’ organized by the Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FBCCI) at the Bangabandhu International Conference Centre (BICC).
She sought support from the businesses community for the ‘Boat’ to maintain the pace of development and finish the incomplete development projects to make the country developed and prosperous one, reported The Daily Star.
“We’ve taken so many projects including some mega projects, we need more time to complete those,” Hasina said.
Calling the private sector as the driving force behind the economy, she said it will be the key player while the government will act as the facilitator.
Citing that many political parties are contesting this time, Hasina said her party wants to see a peaceful election in the country.
“Let the election be held maintaining this peaceful atmosphere, the party which will get the people’s mandate will be there in power.”
The prime minister also mentioned that she wanted to see the people of the country cast their votes and choose their desired government. “Let that environment prevail in the country… I do want that.”
The premier said that if such peaceful situation lasts in the country, Bangladesh will advance further.
Hasina also mentioned that the drive against militancy, terrorism and drugs will continue as her government will show zero tolerance against corruption.
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