Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has urged the nation to observe Independence and National Day with due respect. He warned that vested interests are trying to destabilize the country to reinstate a fallen autocrat, emphasizing the need for vigilance and unity. Reflecting on history, he said that on March 26, 1971, valiant freedom fighters and the people of Bangladesh rose against the ruling regime to establish democracy, the rule of law, justice, freedom of speech, and human rights. Even after 54 years of independence, many aspirations remain unfulfilled. He further stated that the mass movement in July marked a second liberation for the nation. In his statement, he paid deep tribute to the brave freedom fighters on this solemn occasion.