BNP Secretary General condemns the regime’s alleged corruption, calls for national unity and institutional reforms to rebuild the country.

Dhaka, June 21 – Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has once again leveled serious accusations against what he described as a fascist regime that ruled the country for the past decade and a half. He alleged that a significant amount of money has been laundered abroad during this period, citing a recent media report revealing large deposits in Swiss bank accounts that he claimed were a product of rampant looting under the former government.

Speaking at an event held at the Dhaka Reporters Unity on Saturday afternoon, Fakhrul expressed dismay over the news report, stating that it reflects the dire consequence of unchecked corruption under authoritarian rule. "I saw the report this morning about a large sum of money being deposited in Swiss banks. It saddened me deeply. This wealth was smuggled out during the fascist era," he said, without naming individuals but clearly indicating the former Awami League-led administration.

He claimed that this revelation confirmed long-standing allegations that those in power had engaged in massive embezzlement of public funds, ultimately driving the country toward political and institutional ruin. "They destroyed the electoral process, undermined the state structure, and corrupted the bureaucracy. The fascists have dismantled the very foundation of the nation," he said.

According to Fakhrul, Bangladesh’s institutions have been hollowed out over the last 15 years. “Every institution in the country has been systematically weakened. There is no accountability, no justice. The entire administration has been politicized. And now, finally, the consequences are visible to all,” he asserted.

In light of these claims, he praised the recent efforts made by the interim government to restore balance and initiate corrective measures across key sectors. "We believe the caretaker administration has begun working to bring things back on track. They are taking steps to repair the damage and restore state functions to their rightful position," Fakhrul stated.

Without directly accusing any particular individual or entity, he suggested that public outrage would be justified given the apparent confirmation of financial crimes committed under the previous regime. “We don’t know whose money it is or how it was deposited there, but seeing such news can make any patriotic citizen wonder—has anything really changed? Or are we just spinning in circles while mafias and fascists continue to loot the nation?” he questioned.

Fakhrul went on to reflect on the political developments of recent months. Admitting to a phase of doubt and uncertainty, he said that a renewed sense of optimism had emerged after a high-level meeting between Dr. Muhammad Yunus, the Nobel laureate and interim government advisor, and BNP’s acting chairman Tarique Rahman. According to Fakhrul, both leaders had reached a consensus on several crucial issues, which has rekindled hopes for a peaceful democratic transition through a meaningful electoral process.

“The incidents of the last ten months had made many of us skeptical,” he noted. “But I feel greatly reassured after learning about the shared understanding between Dr. Yunus and Tarique Rahman. It shows that a ray of hope still exists. We believe the upcoming election will reflect the people’s will.”

He reiterated the importance of reforms in governance and the electoral framework, stressing that the unity among allied opposition parties should now translate into action that meets public expectations. “The issues for which we waged the movement together must now be addressed with sincerity. The public wants change—not just in government, but in systems, in structures, in principles,” he said.

While most reform proposals have reportedly received mutual approval among the parties involved, Fakhrul acknowledged that some recommendations are still under discussion. However, he assured the audience that these outstanding issues would be pursued in the next parliamentary term, should a consensus-based government come to power. “If we succeed in forming a government, we will actively work toward implementing the remaining reforms. Our aim is to build a nation where democracy, transparency, and accountability are not just slogans but realities,” he added.

The BNP leader closed his speech by urging citizens to remain vigilant and united in the face of the country’s challenges. He emphasized that national reconstruction required collective efforts beyond party lines. “The time for blame games is over. Now we must work together—every citizen, every institution, every political force—to rebuild this nation. The damage is deep, but not irreversible,” he concluded.

Mirza Fakhrul’s speech marks a sharp continuation of the BNP’s ongoing critique of the Awami League’s governance and appears designed to galvanize both public opinion and opposition solidarity ahead of anticipated national reforms and elections.