Dhaka, Sept. 1 -- Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir today said repeated attempts have been made to destroy BNP in its struggle to restore democracy during 15 years of Awami League's autocratic rule.

"BNP has fought a long battle to restore democracy as the party has been repeatedly targeted. But BNP, like a phoenix, has always risen, embodying the ideals of Bangladeshi nationalism and the principles of Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman and Khaleda Zia," he said.

Fakhrul made the remarks after offering prayers and placing a wreath at the mausoleum of Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman, the founder of the BNP, marking the party's 47th founding anniversary.

He highlighted the immense challenges the ...