Strict action against anyone involved in violation of women's rights: Press Wing
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The interim government has expressed deep concern over the recent incidents of obstructing various recreational activities for women in the country.
The government has condemned the actions of those who obstructed the conduct of two women's football matches recently.
A statement sent by the Chief Adviser's Press Wing said, "Women are citizens of Bangladesh and enjoy human and civil rights equally with men. The interim government is trying its best to ensure the full rights of Bangladeshi citizens.
If anyone is involved in any incident that violates women's rights or is involved in imposing such illegal restrictions, he or they will face appropriate action under the prevailing laws of the country."
The statement mentioned that the interim government will take strict action against any attempt to discriminate or oppress citizens of any group.
The Chief Adviser's office has already directed the Dinajpur and Joypurhat district administrations to take necessary steps to resume the suspended football matches.
The district administrators said that they had recently organized women’s football, cricket and kabaddi matches in their districts. Hundreds of people enjoyed the matches and people from all walks of life in their districts appreciated the arrangements.
The statement mentioned that in the past month, the interim government led by Professor Muhammad Yunus had organized one of the biggest youth festivals in the country. This included various events for women players in hundreds of upazilas and district towns. Thousands of girls also participated in football, cricket and kabaddi matches in many remote rural districts.
The statement added that Professor Yunus was a lifelong advocate for women’s rights. The Grameen Bank he founded was more than 90 percent owned by women. Last week, Dr. Yunus met FIFA President Gianni Infantino and sought his help in creating infrastructure and facilities for women footballers in Bangladesh.