Dhaka, May 2 -- National Citizen Party (NCP) Convener Nahid Islam on Friday demanded the eradication of Awami League's 'boat' election symbol from Bangladesh, accusing the party of turning into a fascist and terrorist organisation.

"We want to make it clear from today's demonstration rally - Awami League's registration must be cancelled immediately, and the 'boat' symbol must be erased from Bangladesh. Until the trial proceedings are completed, all political and organisational activities of the Awami League must be banned by law," he said.

Nahid Islam was addressing a rally held at the south gate of Baitul Mukarram National Mosque in the capital, demanding a ban on Awami League for carrying out mass killings. NCP leaders and activists f...