BSS-34 CJ urges youths to take bold stance against corruption

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CJ urges youths to take bold stance against corruption

DHAKA, Dec 9, 2018 (BSS) – Chief Justice Syed Mahmud Hossain today said a
tougher stance against corruption by the young generation could prevent the
menace.

“The country must be freed from corruption if the young generation or
students shall take a bold stance against graft with utilising their inherent
power,” he said at a discussion arranged by Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC)
marking the International Day against Corruption at Shilpakala Academy here.

Recalling contributions of the students in every democratic movment, he
said, “Our advancements have got pace in each of the movements including
anti-British movement. The voice of the studensts, which will lead the nation
in future, should be raised against corruption as well as to establish the
rule of law and human rights.”

“The dream and spirit of the Liberation War are being disrespected with
reaching corruption in every sphere in the society. Ideal and morality have
been fading away from the society. The young generation is the best resource
to change the situation and it is the high time for them to take part in the
anti-corruption campaign with immense commitment and creativity for building
a beautiful Bangladesh,” he continued.

ACC Chairman Iqbal Mahmud announced inauguration of the International Day
against Corruption with releasing pigeons, the symbol of peace, and festoon
in front of its Segunbagicha headquarters here.

Mahmud later unveiled the mass signature campaign and display of posters
and cartoons against corruption with putting his own signature on the
registrar book, which will remain available at ACC Media Centre from December
9 to 14 for collecting signature of the masses.

The ACC chief with its commissioners Dr Md Mozammel Haque Khan and AFM
Aminul Islam earlier hoisted the national and the commission’s flag. They
later took part in a human chain.

Speaking on the occasion, the ACC chairman said, “It will not be possible
for ACC to prevent the corruption alone. A collective effort with
participation of all professionals, students, teachers, young and old
generations is needed to raise a social movement against corruption to put an
end to the menace.”

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