New beginning in Bangladesh: PM Tariq Rahman gives great confidence to minorities, whether Hindu or Muslim, this country belongs to everyone

News India Live, Digital Desk: Newly elected Prime Minister of Bangladesh reached the pinnacle of power after 17 years of exile tariq rehman As soon as he took office, he has issued his first big message to the country. In his first televised address to the nation on Wednesday night, he pledged to make Bangladesh a ‘safe land’ for people of all religions. His statement is being seen as a balm especially for the minority Hindu community, who were facing violence and insecurity for some time.

‘Political ideologies are different, but rights are equal’

The 60-year-old Prime Minister said in clear words that the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) government believes in inclusive governance. He said, “Whether you voted for BNP or not, or didn’t vote at all—everyone has an equal right to this government. As Bangladeshis, we all have equal rights in this country.”

Direct message on security of minorities

Attacks on Hindus and other minorities in Bangladesh following the fall of Sheikh Hasina government in August 2024 had drawn international concern. On this Prime Minister Rahman said:

Similar identity: “Whether Muslims, Hindus, Buddhists, Christians, belong to any party, ideology or religion, this country belongs to all of us.”

Safety Promise: The top priority of the government is to improve law and order and make every citizen feel safe.

Strict action: He clarified that now not ‘party influence’ but ‘rule of law’ will be the last word.

attack on corruption and economy

The Prime Minister also mentioned the country’s ‘distressed’ economy. He said that his administration will adopt a policy of zero tolerance on corruption. He has instructed his cabinet to cut government expenses and ensure basic facilities like gas, electricity and water to the general public without any discrimination.

Keeping an eye on relations with India

After the victory of Tariq Rehman, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi also called him and congratulated him. The security of minorities in Bangladesh has been a sensitive issue for India. In such a situation, this “pluralistic” stance of Rahman is being considered a positive sign for the future diplomatic relations between the two countries.