বাংলাদেশের স্বাধীনতা যুদ্ধ দলিলপত্র (দ্বাদশ খণ্ড)/১৮৫
| শিরোনাম | সূত্র | তারিখ |
|---|---|---|
| বাংলাদেশ প্রশ্নে কেন্দ্রীয় সরকারের ভূমিকা নমনীয় বলে জনসংঘের কেন্দ্রীয় কমিটির অভিযোগ | দৈনিক টাইমস অব ইণ্ডিয়া | ১১ অক্টোবর, ১৯৭১ |
GOVT. IS PREPARING FOR SELL-OUT OF BANGLADESH,
ALLEGES SANGH
[“The Times of India” News Service]
Madras, October 10-The central working committee of the Jana Sangh today accused the Union Government of “betraying the cause of Bangladesh” and said that Mr. Swaran Singh’s statement in Simla calling far “a political settlement within the framework of Pakistan” was “a shameful let-down.”
A resolution adapted by the committee on Bangladesh said that lodged by the touchstone of efficacy in helping to solve the Bangladesh problem, the India-Soviet treaty had proved unhelpful.
Briefing newsmen on today’s discussion, Mr. L. K. Advani, a member of the working committee and secretary of the Jana Sangh Parliamentary Party, said for the first time a senior government official-Mr. Swaran Singh-had spoken about a Bangladesh solution within the framework of Pakistan.
Almost all the parties had demanded the recognition of Bangladesh and the Government of India, too, was in agreement though it seemed to have reserved the right to choose the timing. Mr. Advani said.
Mr. Swaran Singh’s statement, however, had come as a big surprise to the working committee, he said, “It leaves no doubt in our mind that it has been done to prepare the country for a sell-out of Bangladesh.” Mr. Advani said.
Indo-Soviet Treaty
Asked when, according to him the Government’s attitude on Bangladesh had started changing, Mr. Advani said that even after the signing of the Indo-Soviet treaty some Government leaders were hopeful of being able to bring round the Soviet Union to the Indian way of thinking. But at Moscow, Mr. Advani said, Mrs. Gandhi realised that Russia was not prepared to budge from its stand.
The Prime Minister, he alleged, had “surrendered” to Soviet pressure when she signed a joint statement which contained phrases like “the entire people of Pakistan” and “within the framework of Pakistan.” Mr. Advani said these phrases indicated the mind of bath the Soviet Union and the United States which were committed to the integrity of Pakistan.
The resolution said the Prime Minster had promised the nation the refugees from Bangladesh would return to their health’s and homes within six months. But instead of the refugees returning, more were streaming into India in large numbers. “With the end of the monsoon, Yahya’s tanks will begin fresh atrocities and there will be a heavier influx into this country,” the resolution said.
Recognition Plea
Mr. Advani said the Mukti Bahini was in no position to destroy or dislodge the army. If Bangladesh were to be liberated, India should first recognize the new republic and give all aid, including guns, tanks, planes and ships, on a government to government basis.
The resolution noted then a joint statement issued by the Soviet Union with Algeria on October 9 affirmed “respect for the national unity and integrity of Pakistan” and appeal to India and Pakistan to find a peaceful settlement for the problem confronting them…………… in the spirit of the Tashkent meeting.”
“The Tashkent in the offering would be a betrayal not only of the brave freedom fighters of Bangladesh and the millions who have laid down their lives for the cause but also of India’s own national interests” the resolution said.
Mr. Advani said the working committee was drawing up details of a national agitation on the Bangladesh issue and the general rise in prices and would be announced by the Sang President, Mr. A.B. Bajpayee, on Tuesday.