Resist evil attempt to ensure public security: PM

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Monday urged the members of Bangladesh Ansar and Village Defence Party (VDP) to demonstrate courage and commitment in thwarting any malicious efforts to uphold public security.

“As the largest force in the country, you have to rightly perform the duty bestowed upon you. You will have to resist any evil move to protect the public safety. You should do it with honesty, courage, and sincerity,” she said.

The premier made this call while addressing the 44th National Rally-2024 of Bangladesh Ansar and VDP at Bangladesh Ansar-VDP Academy in Shafipur, Gazipur.

She said it is a sacred duty of her government to ensure security for the people and investment and uphold peace.

“To maintain political stability, proper economic environment and continuation of democratic governance are prerequisites for the overall development of the country,” she said, asking all to uphold such an environment in the country.

Focusing on the country’s development attained during her government, Hasina said Bangladesh now can tackle any situation.

The PM requested all to work hard with honesty to continue the country’s development journey.

She recalled the contribution of the country’s largest force Ansar-VDP, having 61 lakh members and 42 battalions including two women battalions and a specialised battalion, to ensuring security to public and private structures and organisations.