Will work for all: Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina

Banglesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on January 19 said that her government would strive to work for welfare of people and that all development policies reach and benefit masses.

dressing a mega rally celebrating ruling Awami League's massive win in recently-held general elections at Suhrawardy Udyan in Dhaka, Hasina was quoted by  Dhaka Tribune as saying, "Although Awami League won election, I can assure that  Awami League government will work for all. People who voted for us or did t vote for us, I want to thank m all. We will ensure balanced development for all."

Vowing to uphold value of huge mandate that people gave to her party, Hasina heaped praises on  Banglesh Election Commission for holding a transparent election.

Taking a jibe at  Banglesh Nationalist Party (BNP)-led Jatiya Oikya Front, Hasina asserted, "Our country voted against corruption, terrorism, militancy, and drugs, and to build country following spirit of 1971 Liberation War. I will sacrifice my life, if necessary, to protect ir dignity."

" 11th general election has proved that united forces always win and Awami League's win was result of a united effort," she ded.

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Banglesh Prime Minister heaped praises on law enforcement ncies for ir efforts to ensure a "free, fair, and credible election."

Hasina furr said that her government will fulfill all promises me in election manifesto in an aim to make Banglesh a developed and prosperous nation.

On December 30 last year,  Awami League-led Grand Alliance swept polls, securing 288 seats out of 300 seats, while Jatiya Oikya Front suffered a massive rout, winning only seven seats, in polls marred by violence and allegations of rigging.

BNP refused to recognise results and decided to t participate in oath-taking ceremony, alleging that elections were rigged and demanded fresh elections. However,  Banglesh Election Commission rejected party's claims, maintaining that voting process was held in a free and transparent manner.

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