Dhaka, May 24 -- The Inqilab Mancha has called for the formation of a national government comprising all "anti-fascism" forces in the country.

Speaking at Dhaka University's Madhur Canteen on Saturday, the group's Convenor Sharif Osman Bin Hadi said they sought representation from the BNP, Jamaat-e-Islami, and Islami Andolan in the government.

"The time to form a national government is not yet over, [we still have] another year. If the BNP, Jamaat or anyone else fails to cooperate, they will have to be held accountable to the nation," he said.

"We want justice, fundamental reforms and national elections through a national government over the next year. If a national government can't be formed, then assemble a National Unity Council hea...