Dr Yunus says No alternative to CG for polls

Dr Muhammad Yunus

DHAKA: Nobel Laureate Dr Muhammad Yunus on Thursday said categorically said there is no alternative to caretaker government for holding next general polls.

“There is no way of holding elections without non-partisan caretaker government system. The elections must be held in participation of all political parties,” he said.

The renowned economist of the country came up with the observation while addressing a joint press conference with Bangabir Kader Siddiqui at Yunus Centre in the city.

Indicating Awami League President Sheilkh Hasina and BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia, he said, “There is no much time. So, reach to consensus.”

He also told the journalists: “I have no will to come to politics. Country’s sky is full of clouds. People did not expect this.”

The Grameen Bank founder also said the people of the country would not forgive him or her who would be responsible for unwanted situation in the country.