Khaleda ZiaThree-term PM of Bangla, widow of deceased dictator Ziaur Rahman, head of the Bangla Nationalist Party, an apparent magnet for corruption ...
asked the government on Friday to step down immediately to avoid any disgraceful exit.
"A mass upsurge can be avoided only by a peaceful transition of power without further delay," she said, calling upon the countrymen to get prepared for a movement to protect self dignity and the interest of the country.
The former prime minister also demanded a midterm general election.
"Tension like situation is prevailing in the country for another tougher movement. People are ready," she said while addressing a discussion at Mahanagar Natya Mancha organised by her party to mark the two-year of Peelkhana massacre.
The former premier said the oppressed people are rising in several countries resulting in an end to misrule, exploitation, corruption and injustice. Success of the upsurges made the people of Bangladesh hopeful, organised and courageous.
Not only the political opponents but also the eminent citizens of the country are being humiliated by the government,
| There. It would not have been complete without humiliation. Now something must be done about it. |
Referring to recent events in Tunisia and Egypt, she said government will not be able to protect itself if people take to the streets and have to face a tough consequence if good sense is not prevailed.
"We'll continue our protests and won't sit idle at home. People are also ready to take to the streets as they are really annoyed with the government."