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Victory Day Warning: Sheikh Hasina's Son Reveals Pakistan-Backed Threat

On the anniversary of Bangladesh's independence, a major political warning has been issued. Sajeeb Wazed, son of former PM Sheikh Hasina, claims the country is facing a renewed threat from forces aligned with Pakistan. He draws direct parallels to the 1971 war, alleging a campaign to erase national identity. Wazed calls for national unity to overcome what he describes as a period of anarchy.

Key Points: Sajeeb Wazed Warns of Pakistan Proxies in Bangladesh on Victory Day

  • Sajeeb Wazed warns Pakistan-backed proxies are now emboldened like never before
  • He alleges the current regime has unleashed violence and impunity
  • Speaking against atrocities is now considered a crime, he claims
  • Wazed urges citizens to stand united to rescue the country from anarchy
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Victory Day: Sheikh Hasina's son warns of increasing Pak-backed proxies in Bangladesh

On Bangladesh Victory Day, Sajeeb Wazed warns of emboldened Pakistan-backed forces, drawing parallels to the 1971 war and criticizing the current regime.

"Five decades later, once again, Bangladesh has been under siege. - Sajeeb Wazed"

Dhaka, Dec 16

As Bangladesh observes Victory Day on Tuesday, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's son Sajeeb Wazed warned that the "proxies of Pakistani occupational forces" have been emboldened across the country to an unprecedented extent.

Victory Day commemorates December 16 1971, when Bangladesh emerged as an independent nation after the Pakistani forces surrendered to the Indian Armed Forces, ending a brutal nine-month-long war.

Wazed, the former Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Advisor to the Prime Minister of Bangladesh, recalled that back in 1971, the courage, resilience, and resolve of millions of war heroes earned the nation its freedom, defeating the Pakistani forces.

"Five decades later, once again, Bangladesh has been under siege. The proxies of Pakistani occupational forces have been emboldened like never before as the Yunus regime has unleashed a mass murder spree, granted impunity for looting and rape against citizens to erase national identity," Wazed posted on X.

"Like those harrowing days of 1971, now speaking against atrocities committed by the Pakistan Army is considered a crime, resulting in arbitrary detention and jailing amid total silence from global democracies," he added.

Wazed alleged that under the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government, circumstances similar to the plights of war heroes have emerged, with Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the architect of Independence, being portrayed as a traitor by the "Pakistan-backed" regime.

He stated that chanting "joy Bangla slogan" has been criminalised, while efforts have been made to alter the very national anthem of Bangladesh that inspired millions in the struggle for Independence.

"But history stands as testament that plots to subvert the legacy of war heroes always fell flat. The regime and its sympathisers must not forget that the Pakistan army surrendered on December 16, 1971, despite committing one of the worst atrocities, including genocide in 1971. Similarly, Joy Bangla will never be suppressed, and national pride will never be taken away," Wazed asserted.

On this victory day, he urged, "We must hold our heads high, raise the red and green flag and stand in unison to rescue the country from anarchy and turn this green delta into Sonar Bangla."

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- IANS

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Sarah B
This is a strong statement from Sajeeb Wazed. It's heartbreaking to hear that the ideals of 1971 are under threat. Criminalising "Joy Bangla" is like criminalising the very soul of the nation. The world should take note.
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Vikram M
While the sentiment is understandable, the language seems very charged. As a neighbour, we want a stable and prosperous Bangladesh. Perhaps a more diplomatic approach from all sides would help de-escalate tensions for the sake of the common people.
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Priyanka N
My grandfather fought in that war. He always said the surrender ceremony in Dhaka was a moment of immense pride for all of South Asia. To see this legacy being challenged is painful. The spirit of '71 can never be erased.
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Robert G
The article mentions "total silence from global democracies." This is a crucial point. International bodies must ensure they are not turning a blind eye to internal subversion of a country's founding principles, wherever it occurs.
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Nikhil C
Bangladesh's stability is directly linked to India's security. Any forces trying to rewrite the history of 1971 and undermine its secular, democratic foundations are a cause for serious concern for the entire region. Jai Hind.

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