Dhaka, March 31 -- BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir says that this Eid-ul-Fitr is being celebrated in a "free and joyous manner" compared to the festivities under the "fascist regime".

He made the remarks after paying his respects at the grave of Ziaur Rahman, the founder of the party, on Eid day on Monday.

Comparing the Eid festivities to those of the past 15 years, he said: "There is a huge difference. We are celebrating Eid in a free and joyous environment."

The BNP leader also spoke of his expectations for the interim government.

"On this day, we hope that the interim government will fulfil the promises they made to the people," Fakhrul said.

"On behalf of our party, we have also sworn to fulfil that promise."

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