BNP leader Tarique Rahman has vowed to protect Bangladesh’s tradition of communal harmony, warning against “malicious attempts to incite unrest” during the upcoming Durga Puja. He noted that past regimes had tried to disrupt religious festivals for political purposes, but Bangladesh had long maintained a strong example of peaceful coexistence. “We are committed to preserving this harmony, and any attempt to destroy it will be met with firm resistance,” Tarique said, urging BNP members and allies to assist Hindu communities in celebrating Durga Puja without disruption.