What will happen in October in Dhaka 28?

 

The most frequently asked questions right now in Bangladesh are all regarding BNP's scheduled rally on October 28, which is slated to be a major showdown. What will happen on October 28? Will BNP occupy the streets? Will the government allow BNP activists to travel to Dhaka? Will Dhaka become an isolated island, disconnected from the rest of the country as it was on December 10 last year and July 28 this year?

To be honest, no one has the answers. But there are some clues in the comments of ruling party leaders and police officials—any person who is familiar with the country's political situation is bound to to fear that the situation will be dreadful. It is the task of the law enforcers to maintain law and order if anyone tries to violate them. But when law enforcers make loud pronouncements, one cannot help but wonder whether they themselves might become over-enthusiastic in their duties. The ruling party must keep in mind that they have a greater role in maintaining peace and stability. As such, their comments must be all the more tempered with moderation. It is natural that the opposition will criticise the government and will threaten to oust it through a movement. But it does not behove the government to create a confrontational situation.