Hasanat Abdullah, the convenor of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, has declared that any attempt to reinstate the Awami League into politics before ensuring justice would amount to a betrayal of the martyrs’ blood. Speaking passionately, he stated, “Until justice is served, any effort to bring the Awami League back into political relevance would require trampling over the sacrifices of the injured and the martyred.” He accused some groups of seeking to pardon the Awami League out of a lust for power, suggesting that such actions would brand them as "national traitors."

Hasanat remarked that certain figures, out of ambition for ministerial positions or parliamentary seats, are discussing reconciliation and forgiveness for the Awami League. “We warn those who are blinded by the desire for power. If you attempt to step over the blood of our injured comrades to reach your goals, history will remember you as traitors to the nation,” he asserted.

He criticized leaders advocating for amnesty, saying, “Before even apologizing or acknowledging their crimes, the Awami League is being given undue sympathy by some senior politicians. Such actions dishonor the sacrifices of those who gave their lives for justice.”

Hasanat further stated, “The Awami League has neither apologized nor admitted its wrongdoings. They continue to make threats from abroad, yet some leaders here show mercy towards them. This misplaced compassion must stop. Those calling for reconciliation fail to recognize the ongoing arrogance of the Awami League.”

He accused the Awami League of exploiting the Liberation War of 1971 for political gain. “They have used the legacy of 1971 to fill countless mothers’ laps with sorrow, leave children orphaned, and humiliate families. Those who politicized the war for their gain must be held accountable. Justice must also be served for the women whose dignity was violated and the families who suffered because of these atrocities.”

Hasanat denounced the presence of authoritarian practices within administrative and law enforcement institutions. “Fascism has infiltrated every level of governance. We must root out this authoritarianism to rebuild a just society,” he urged.

He alleged that imprisoned Awami League leaders are treated with undue leniency, commenting, “When Awami League leaders leave jail, it feels like they’re returning from a picnic. We’ve heard of nighttime badminton games being organized in detention centers. This is a mockery of justice.”

Touching upon relations with India, Hasanat Abdullah insisted on equality and fairness. “We will not tolerate subservient relations with India. The relationship must be based on justice and mutual respect. India is now sheltering extremists, while the so-called ‘Butcher of Gujarat’ lectures us on communal harmony,” he said.

Referring to violence against religious scholars, Hasanat added, “Our patience has been tested repeatedly. My brother, Abu Alif, was mercilessly crippled and slaughtered on the streets, yet we have remained resilient in the face of such atrocities.”

The gathering saw solidarity expressed by several prominent political leaders, including BNP Standing Committee Member Dr. Moyeen Khan, National Citizen Committee Coordinator Sarjis Alam, Jamaat-e-Islami Dhaka North Secretary Shafiqul Islam, Hefazat-e-Islam General Secretary Azizul Haque Islamabadi, and others. They united to call for justice and resist any premature rehabilitation of the Awami League in national politics.