Most papers reported on 2nd December of the High Court reminding the government of its duty to preserve the Liberation War sites! It is a shame for the nation, the governments and now the Awami League, that two years on, they have done nothing towards preserving our historical sites related to our liberation struggle. Despite the writ petition in 2009, we are still ignoring our own history. One wonders why it needed a writ petition to the Hon. High Court by a few patriotic citi-

zens, to point out to the powers that are, of this vital national duty. Was it not the duty of our politicos to do this, since they talk the most about our liberation struggle and the creation of Bangladesh? They were and are unfortunately too busy otherwise!

It only points to their political shallowness and lopsided sense of values; as it seems they are keen to forget the history and sacrifices of many worthy sons of the soil, who sacrificed all, so that we could be free. It seems that their memories

are very short indeed! The government should take prompt steps to have this work completed before their term of office ends, otherwise they should forget about reelection. It is indeed a shame that the Hon. Court of Law has to remind us of our patriotic duty to preserve the key locations where our history was initiated, that led to the war of freedom and the birth of Bangladesh!

S.A. Mansoor

Dhaka