Such premeditated attack on important people in administration only reinforces our conviction that vested quarters are working from behind the scene to make holding of the forthcoming election a daunting task. In this particular shooting incident we see reflection of the widespread apprehension that vested quarters have already unleashed armed cadres to destabilise the country so that they may achieve their goals.

We strongly believe that the ongoing effort of the caretaker government advisers to resolve the crisis has to be supported by all concerned, as country's future hinges on their success. Already we have had hints of some positive outcome following the talks between the advisers and the political party leaders. There should be no stopping at this point. We would request all the political parties to cooperate fully with the advisers to reach a political solution and pave the way for a free and fair election. They have to remain alert and ask their workers and supporters to show utmost restraint and tolerance in the face of provocations. There are possibilities that agent provocateurs would take all measures to sabotage the election so that the nation sinks in an abyss of chaos and anarchy.

We have an uncomfortable feeling that this shooting incident is just a calling card of bigger incidences of law and order being planned for the future. Therefore, we urge the authorities concerned to launch a vigorous and immediate investigation to get to the bottom of the mystery and bring the culprits before the law of the land.