Bangladesh Jatiya Party Chairman and lawmaker Barrister Andaleeve Rahman Partho has urged the government to show greater patience when dealing with July uprising activists, while asserting that the opposition cannot claim exclusive ownership of the uprising`s legacy.

Speaking in parliament on Sunday (April 5) during the eighth day of the thirteenth session, Partho emphasized that the current parliament stands on the sacrifices of martyrs and fighters of the July mass uprising.

He participated in discussions on an adjournment motion brought by Noakhali-2 lawmaker Zainul Abedin Faruk, with Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmed presiding over the session.

Partho opened his remarks by acknowledging the sacrifices made during the uprising.

He noted that many July fighters were injured and killed, and their contributions enabled the current parliamentary proceedings. He called for increased tolerance and patience when addressing their demands.

Addressing the post-August 5 political landscape, Partho described the period as quasi-constitutional since the existing constitution contained no provisions for situations where a prime minister flees the country.

He acknowledged that constitutional gaps necessitated unconventional measures at the time but stressed that such circumstances no longer exist.

Responding to ongoing debates about reform versus amendment, Partho highlighted subtle but significant differences between the two concepts.

He advocated for implementing July Charter provisions through established constitutional procedures rather than through any reform council operating outside constitutional frameworks.

He accused some parties of attempting to confuse the public through wordplay and legal manipulation.

Criticizing those spreading confusion about referendums and constitutional matters without proper legal understanding, Partho shared an illustrative anecdote.

He described a law imposing ten years imprisonment for killing migratory birds, then recounted how someone demanded the same punishment for a neighbor who slaughtered their chicken, arguing that chickens are birds and the chicken was a guest at another`s home.

He suggested that repeatedly explaining legal nuances to those unwilling to understand serves little purpose.

Directly addressing the opposition, Partho declared that they do not hold exclusive rights over the July uprising`s legacy. He affirmed his alliance`s support for the referendum, citing belief in people`s empowerment and noting that their parliamentary leader has endorsed voting in favor.

He reminded parliament that the ruling alliance won 217 seats with a mandate to amend and modify laws through constitutional means.

Partho concluded by warning that citizens will reject any constitution that fails to represent their interests. He expressed commitment to advancing democracy based on the July Charter while working collaboratively with all stakeholders.