Dhaka, Sept. 1 -- We have long been noted the lack of the rule of law and political tolerance that are essential for the country's democratic transformation.
The sudden escalation of the political situation after the Election Commission recently announced the roadmap for the upcoming 13th parliamentary elections is not only unusual, but also worrying.
According to media reports, on Friday's incident, several leaders and activists, including party president Nurul Haque Nur of Gono Odhikar Parishad were injured in an attack by law enforcement officers on a programme organized by the party in the capital. Some political parties have condemned this attack and demanded proper treatment for the injured.
The interim government has also condemne...