Dhaka: President Abdul Hamid on Tuesday said a flourishing democracy and political stability are essential for the development of a country.
“Bangladesh is a role model globally due to its socioeconomic development. But we will have to remember that outgrowth of democracy and political stability is urgent for development,” he said while addressing a rally arranged on the premise of Rotary Degree College at Astagram Upazila, marking its silver jubilee.
The President said democracy flourishes in a country through tolerance, mutual respect and strengthening of its democratic institutions.
Difference of opinion among political parties is common in democratic system, he said adding, “But, it is our duty to accelerate democratic advancement and to make it meaningful through practicing democratic norms and rules. We will have to work together for the greater welfare of the nation and country as well.”
Hamid recalled Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujbur Rahman and the martyrs of the 1971 Liberation War and other democratic movements who sacrificed their lives for the country.unb
