As Bangladesh moves closer to a new election cycle, it is disappointing how little attention political parties are paying to the rights and needs of people with disabilities. A thriving democracy should invite conversations that include all citizens, but the silence around disability rights in campaign agendas suggests that one of the country’s most marginalized communities is being overlooked yet again. Bangladesh’s commitment to human rights, equity, and social justice must mean more than mere bold statements. We must also do our part in demanding that disability rights be taken seriously in policy agendas, not treated as an afterthought. Inclusion is not charity, it is justice -- and this pledge to justice must be at the heart of how Bangladesh progresses.

Source: Dhaka Tribune January 22, 2026 06:10 UTC