Staff Reporter :
BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman has expressed profound shock and concern over the series of earthquakes that struck different parts of the country.
“I am deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives and the extensive damage caused by Friday’s powerful earthquake in Bangladesh.
I extend my heartfelt solidarity and deepest sympathy to everyone affected by this devastating natural disaster,” he said in a post on his verified Facebook page.
A powerful earthquake hit the country at 10:38am on Friday, damaging several high-rise buildings in Dhaka and causing widespread destruction in other regions. So far, six people have died and more than two hundred have been injured.
Tarique Rahman prayed for the victims, saying, “I pray for the eternal peace of those who lost their lives in the earthquake and convey my deepest condolences to their grieving families. I also wish a quick recovery for all those who have been injured.”
He added, “If the government had taken stronger preparedness measures beforehand, the scale of destruction could have been reduced and people could have been better protected.
The people of Bangladesh have always endured and risen above natural calamities and adversities.”
Expressing confidence in the nation’s resilience, he said that the people of Bangladesh will overcome the devastation caused by the earthquake.
He also announced that the BNP will stand steadfastly beside the affected communities.
