KHULNA, June 1, 2026 (BSS) - Former Khulna City Corporation mayor Freedom Fighter Mohammad Moniruzzaman Moni today said Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman consistently stepped forward and risked his life for the country's liberation, independence and reconstruction during periods of national crisis. "Through honesty, courage, patriotism and farsighted leadership, Ziaur Rahman remained ahead of many of his contemporaries. As the helmsman during a critical period of the nation's history, he not only rebuilt the war-ravaged country but also enhanced Bangladesh's image in the international arena through his diplomatic initiatives," Moni said. Moni made these remarks as the chief guest at a discussion marking the 45th martyrdom anniversary of Ziaur Rahman. The event, titled "Ziaur Rahman's Role in Bangladesh's Independence, Sovereignty and the Promotion of Bangladeshi Nationalism," was organized by the Former Chhatra Dal Leaders' Coordination Council of Khulna and held at the Khulna Press Club's Liaqat Ali Auditorium.  Council's president and former city Chhatra Dal president Md Tarikul Islam Zahir chaired the meeting. Moni said following Ziaur Rahman's tragic assassination, his wife Khaleda Zia transitioned from a homemaker to establish herself as a steadfast and uncompromising political leader.  Referencing Tarique Rahman, Moni urged BNP leaders and activists to remain united and contribute to ongoing national reconstruction efforts. The program concluded with a special munajat (supplication) seeking eternal peace for the souls of the Liberation War martyrs, Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman, Begum Khaleda Zia and those who lost their lives in the 1990 mass uprising, the 2024 mass movement and other democratic struggles. Prayers were also offered for the recovery of the injured and the overall welfare of the nation.  

GAZIPUR, June 1, 2026 (BSS) - Gazipur Deputy Commissioner Md. Nurul Karim Bhuiyan today said the government is working to reduce public sufferings caused by the BRT project on the Dhaka-Mymensingh highway. The district council is also coordinating with relevant departments to ensure the speedy completion of the BRT project, added the DC. He came up with the development while exchanging greetings with journalists on the occasion of Eid-ul-Azha at the Bhawal Conference Room of the Gazipur District Council today. He also expressed his commitment to take swift action where problems exist, while also developing areas of potential. Local Government Deputy Director Ahammed Hossain Bhuiyan, Additional District Magistrate Salma Khatun, Additional Deputy Commissioner (Development and Human Resource Management) Tania Tabassum, Additional Deputy Commissioner (General) Md. Shahrear Nazir, Additional Deputy Commissioner (Education and ICT) Rakibul Hassan, Assistant Commissioner Md. Arif Hossain along with other officials of the district administration, were present at the event.