Water Resources Minister and BNP Joint Secretary General Shahid Uddin Chowdhury Anny said the government should be given time and supported in efforts to develop the country, adding that there is no need for protests or marches at present. He made the remarks on Friday evening at an awareness programme in Lakshmipur Town Hall auditorium.

The event was organised by the social and volunteer organisation Abhedyo and focused on inclusive education, skills development, social employment and awareness of hearing impairment. Speaking as chief guest, Anny said his side had pledged to remain with the public and work for them, and that work had already begun.

He said implementation would require some time and called for both time and opportunity. Anny also said Prime Minister Tarique Rahman was working on national development and various humanitarian and social activities, urging cooperation with the government under his leadership for the country’s development. The programme was chaired by Abhedyo President Tanzimuzzaman Tishan and attended by local officials, educators, student leaders and people from different professions.