Narsingdi, 11 January: Khairul Kabir Khokon, the Joint Secretary General of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), has cautioned that religion is being exploited to mislead ordinary citizens, warning the public not to fall prey to deception. He emphasised that those who engage in shirk or fraud under the guise of religion should not be trusted.
Khokon delivered his remarks as the chief guest at a prayer gathering (Doa Mahfil) held in memory of the late Begum Khaleda Zia. The event took place at Daspara Nasari Field on Sunday afternoon and was organised by Wards 5 and 6 of Chinishpur Union.
Speaking to the attendees, Khokon said, “Those who have previously seen the symbols of political parties—be it the sheaf of paddy, the boat, or the plough—should now also look at our record. In 1971, two lakh mothers and sisters were robbed of everything, and 31 lakh people were martyred due to the actions of collaborators, traitors, and hypocrites. Therefore, the general public must not be misled.”
The gathering saw participation from BNP leaders and activists across various levels. The event was presided over by Abdul Al Mamun Munshi, President of Ward 6 BNP, and conducted by Khalilur Rahman, General Secretary of Ward 5 BNP.
The table below summarises the chief guest and other key attendees:
| Position | Name | Organisation / Responsibility |
|---|---|---|
| Joint Secretary General | Khairul Kabir Khokon | BNP |
| Secretary for Self-Reliance | Advocate Shirin Sultana | BNP |
| Vice President | Golam Kabir Kamal | Narsingdi District BNP |
| Senior Joint General Secretary | Mohsin Hossain Bidyut | District BNP |
| General Secretary | Faruk Uddin Bhuiya | City BNP |
| Sports Secretary | Awlad Hossain Molla | District BNP |
| Public Education Secretary | Abdul Rauf Fakir Rony | District BNP |
The Doa Mahfil concluded with special prayers and supplications (monajat) seeking mercy for the departed leader’s soul. Khokon reiterated the need for vigilance against political tactics and religious propaganda designed to mislead the public.
He expressed hope that citizens would exercise discernment, judge every incident wisely, and choose the right path for the nation. The event, attended by both local residents and party activists, underscored a spirit of unity and solidarity among the community and BNP members.