The government has sought the opinions from political parties and stakeholders over the July Declaration.The government sought the opinions about the July Declaration following an all-party dialogue with Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus held on Thursday, said Chief Adviser’s press wing on Saturday.They can send their opinions through letters to Adviser Mahfuj Alam, Chief Adviser’s Office, until January 23. All parties reach consensus on inclusive ‘July Declaration’: Asif NazrulThese opinions will be reviewed to prepare a revised and acceptable declaration which will be announced without delay in presence of public.All-party meeting on July Declaration begins

BNP Standing Committee member Salahuddin Ahmed on Thursday urged the interim government to remain alert to ensure that no rift is created in the anti-fascist unity over the ‘July Declaration’. Talking to reporters after attending a meeting between the Chief Adviser and political parties and other forces at the Foreign Service Academy, the BNP leader said he raised the question at the meeting of whether a declaration for the July mass uprising was necessary after five and a half months had elapsed. Babar breaks down in tears at Ziaur Rahman’s grave “If any political document becomes a historical record, we will certainly respect it. But we have suggested including all concerned parties and taking their opinions into account when formulating such a document. We have requested the Chief Adviser and all relevant advisers to pay attention to this matter and take appropriate steps to ensure that no rift is created in national unity and no confusion arises among us,” the BNP leader said. He said it is now the biggest challenge for the nation to turn the national unity formed through the July-August mass uprising against fascism into a mass unity and nurture that unity within the country’s political culture and practice it. The BNP leader said the nation must maintain this unity and move forward by upholding it. “As part of our effort, we want to issue an inclusive political statement with all anti-fascist political parties. We must ensure that no fascist forces or their cohorts can sow the seeds of division within us." Salahuddin said he, on behalf of the BNP, attended the meeting and engaged in discussions in response to the Chief Adviser’s call. He said they provided their suggestions and thoughts on governance and various other matters they deemed necessary. All parties reach consensus on inclusive ‘July Declaration’: Asif Nazrul In response to a question, Salahuddin Ahmed said discussions took place regarding the July mass uprising declaration, and the leaders of all political parties shared their views. “We questioned whether there was actually any need for the proclamation of the July mass uprising after five and a half months. If so, the political, historical, and legal significance of the declaration must be determined. We have to be alert so that no rift is created in anti-fascist unity over this declaration,” he said. Responding to another question, Salahuddin said, "We have given various suggestions regarding the preparation of political documents." Asked whether BNP had any objections to the declaration, Salahuddin avoided the question. Earlier, Law Adviser Asif Nazrul said all political parties have reached a consensus about an inclusive “July Declaration” recognising the contributions of all parties and forces that participated in the recent mass uprising. BNP’s Salahuddin to join talks with interim govt over July Declaration  Briefing reporters after the meeting, he also said a work plan would be worked out soon regarding the formation of the July Declaration based on consensus.  Dr Asif said leaders of all political parties and forces involved in the July mass uprising, including BNP, Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, Hefajat-e-Islam, Ganatantra Mancha, the Anti-Discrimination Movement, and the Jatiya Nagorik Committee, attended the meeting chaired by Chief Adviser Dr Muhammad Yuns at the Foreign Service Academy.

Law Adviser Asif Nazrul has said all political parties have reached a consensus about an inclusive “July Declaration” recognising the contributions of all parties and forces that participated in the recent mass uprising. Briefing reporters after the meeting in front of the Foreign Service Academy on Thursday, he also said a work plan would be chalked out soon regarding the formation of the July Declaration based on consensus. “A consensus has been reached on the formulation of a declaration for the July mass uprising in the meeting. Everyone agreed that such a declaration is necessary, but many suggestions have been given in this regard,” the adviser said. He said the major suggestions include ensuring everyone’s contributions are properly acknowledged in the declaration and that continuity is appropriately reflected. Besides, Dr Asif said, a suggestion has also been made to clarify the political and legal nature of the declaration. July-August uprising: Govt publishes gazette of 834 martyrs “What has been emphasised as most important is that this declaration should be formulated based on consensus through more intensive discussions among all political parties, forces, students, the masses, and their various forums  who were in favour of the July mass uprising,” the adviser said. He said the participants in the meeting also agreed that as much time as necessary should be given to prepare the declaration. “But, efforts should be made to avoid unnecessary delays or wastage of time. Everyone is unanimous that the declaration should be prepared on the basis of intensive discussions.” Dr Asif said everyone had expressed optimism that efforts to formulate the declaration based on consensus would be successful. “Today's meeting ended with the hope that we will be able to formulate a narrative of unbreakable unity through which we could ensure the fall of a fascist and mass-killer regime of Sheikh Hasina during the mass uprising,” the adviser said. Interim Govt to hold all-party conference over July Proclamation Thursday Replying to a question, he said almost all participants in the meeting agreed that the time needed to prepare a document based on unity and consensus should be taken. “There should be no rush and no unnecessary delays.” Asif said some leaders had proposed that a committee be formed to conduct the discussions in an organised manner to formulate the declaration. Responding to another question, the adviser said there was no division among political parties over the declaration, only differing opinions had emerged regarding the process for holding the discussions. “We welcome diverse opinions. We didn’t see any disunity among the parties… rather, it will be more conducive to stronger unity.” “We’ll actively consider everyone's opinions carefully and decide on a course of action very quickly based on their suggestions,” he said. Dr Asif said leaders of all political parties and forces involved in the July mass uprising, including BNP, Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, Hefajat-e-Islam, Ganatantra Mancha, the Anti-Discrimination Movement, and the Jatiya Nagorik Committee, attended the meeting chaired by Chief Adviser Dr Muhammad Yuns at the Foreign Service Academy. July mass killing trial could be completed before election: Asif Nazrul BNP Standing Committee member Salahuddin Ahmed and representatives of other political parties joined the nearly two-hour long meeting that began around 4:20pm. Earlier, the interim government initiated the process of preparing a declaration on the July uprising, based on a national consensus.

The interim government has sat in an all-party meeting to finalise the “July Declaration” based on a “national consensus”.    BNP Standing Committee member Salahuddin Ahmed and representatives of other political parties joined the meeting that started at 4:20 pm on Thursday at the Foreign Service Academy. Briefing media on Tuesday evening Adviser Mahfuj Alam said a document, reflecting the background and spirit of July uprising, will be drafted based on a consensus through Thursday’s meeting and it will be clear the same day when they will issue the declaration and how the government will play a role in issuing this. Reform commission urges action against police personnel linked to July-August killings  Earlier, the interim government initiated the process of preparing a declaration on the July uprising, based on a national consensus. According to the Chief Adviser’s (CA) press wing, the declaration will be adopted to solidify the unity of people forged through the July uprising, reflecting its anti-fascist spirit and the demand for state reforms. The draft will incorporate the views of all political parties and students, including those of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement that spearheaded the mass uprising. Interim Govt to hold all-party conference over July Proclamation Thursday The declaration will articulate the perspective of the July uprising, the foundation of unity and the aspirations of people, the press wing noted. The government expressed optimism that the declaration will be prepared unanimously with participation from all stakeholders and subsequently presented to the nation.

Adviser Mahfuj Alam on Thursday said that the declaration of the July Revolution might not be made on January 15 as previously planned, as additional time is needed to achieve broader consensus. “We want to make it an inclusive and unified document,” he told a press briefing at the Foreign Service Academy after a meeting of the Council of Advisers, held at the Chief Adviser's Office with CA Dr Muhammad Yunus in the chair. Mahfuj, however, said the declaration would not face significant delays and would be made once wider agreement is reached. “There was a demand from students to announce it on January 15. Since the government wants to talk to all (stakeholders), it (timeframe) may be extended for some time. But it will not be too late,” he said. No attackers of shrines, cultural events to be spared: Adviser Mahfuj He said the government will take a decision next week when and how the declaration will be made. Mahfuj Alam said the government thinks if the declaration is made on part of the students without reaching a wider consensus, the current unity and stability may be hampered. “We want to make it an inclusive and unified document,” he said. The Adviser said the dialogue with political parties and other stakeholders of the July uprising will start next week. He said the government has taken the responsibility to formulate a document in consultation with all stakeholders of the July uprising – not only political parties but also other stakeholders. “We expect that the dialogues (with political parties and other stakeholders) will start and complete next week,” Mahfuj said. 3 committees formed to advise recruitment, transfers of senior officials He said the government will also have talks with socio-cultural organisations and teachers associations alongside the political parties. “But we cannot sit with and talk to everyone. We will talk formally and informally." The adviser asked the students to show restraint and be patient for some days. Noting that the students have already given a proposal for the declaration, he said, the government will not issue the declaration but is facilitating the declaration and its process. “The declaration will come based on everyone's consensus ---Based on the consensus of all political parties, and cultural and social organizations,” he said. “The government is not issuing any declaration on its own. Rather the proclamation will be prepared and announced based on the students' proposals and everyone's consensus,” said Mahfuj Alam. BFA plays important role in preserving country’s history: Adviser Nahid CA’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam, deputy press secretaries Apurba Jahangir and Abul Kalam Azad Majumder were present.