Dhaka, Aug. 3 -- Secretary to the Information Ministry Mahbuba Farzana has said that citizens must use the courage and strength of the July Uprising to build a fascism-free Bangladesh.

She emphasised the need for honesty, efficiency, and impartiality from all stakeholders in fulfilling this national responsibility.

The secretary came up with the remarks on Sunday while speaking as the chief guest at a documentary screening, discussion, and prayer meeting held at the National Institute of Mass-communication (NIMCO) auditorium in Dhaka, marking the anniversary of the July Uprising.

Mahbuba Farzana said students and the public have sacrificed immensely to establish a merit-based and non-discriminatory state system.

"We must acknowledge t...