BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman declared the fall of fascism in Bangladesh, marking August 5 as a historic turning point. In a national address, he emphasized continued unity against dictatorship, honored martyrs, and urged all parties to strengthen democracy through peaceful politics. He criticized past repression, enforced disappearances, and economic mismanagement. Rahman called for empowering citizens and warned against political violence. He envisioned a humane, just, and democratic Bangladesh where freedom and justice prevail for all, regardless of belief or background.