Press Secretary to the Chief Adviser of the Interim Government Shafiqul Alam, has said that a strong wave of public opinion in favor of the "Yes" vote is evident across the country in the upcoming referendum. He said: "People understand that a ‘Yes’ vote will ensure that autocracy, misrule, and oppression do not return to the country. Shafiqul Alam further said: “We believe that a nationwide momentum has developed in favor of the ‘Yes’ vote. Regarding the Buchai Pagla shrine, the press secretary noted: "This is not merely a religious site; it is also a symbol of communal harmony. On the issue of journalists’ safety, the press secretary said: “Any form of attack on journalists must be condemned.

Source: Dhaka Tribune January 23, 2026 08:00 UTC