Chief Adviser Dr Muhammad Yunus declared that the newly submitted reform report will act as the cornerstone for Bangladesh's new charter, upon which the forthcoming elections will be based.
"This is not merely a formality; it is a historic moment," Yunus stated while receiving the reports from four reform commissions on Wednesday (15 January).
He underscored the significance of the occasion, stating that while many committees produce reports and go through formalities, today's event stands out as a pivotal moment in history, born from its very flow.
He continued, "We entrusted you with the task of drafting the framework for a new Bangladesh through the commission, driven by our dream for a reimagined nation. This is not the conclusion but the beginning of a new chapter. The journey post-revolution is just commencing, and a significant portion of that vision is reflected in this report. It will serve as the basis for dialogue with everyone, ensuring that our collective commitments are being fulfilled. You have laid the groundwork for these crucial discussions."
Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus lauded the reform commissions for crafting the blueprint of a reimagined Bangladesh, marking the start of a transformative era.
"The vision for a new Bangladesh, which we all aspire to build, has been laid upon your shoulders," he added.
Submissions were made earlier at the Chief Adviser’s Office in Tejgaon, Dhaka, around 11:30am.
The chiefs of the Constitution Reform Commission, Electoral Reform Commission, ACC Reform Commission, and Police Reform Commission—Ali Riaz, Badiul Alam Majumdar, Iftekharuzzaman, and Safar Raj Hossain, respectively—delivered their findings.
Since August, the interim government has formed at least 15 commissions to fortify weakened democratic institutions and foster a governance system rooted in public ownership, accountability, and welfare.
The first six commissions, including those focused on constitutional and electoral reform, police, judiciary, public administration, and the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), were tasked with submitting their reports within 90 days from 3 October, with some deadlines subsequently extended.
