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BNP raises concern over some proposals of Reform Commission

Published : Sunday, 23 March, 2025 at 12:00 AM  Count : 405
Staff Correspondent
BNP Secretary General Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Saturday said implementation some of the reform commission's proposals might weaken future governments and empower unelected individuals to control state affairs.

He also questioned whether the commission had made the recommendations as part of a planned initiative.

Speaking at a press conference at the Chairperson's Gulshan office, Fakhrul said, "It is difficult to determine whether the commission's recommendations truly serve the interests of democracy. Upon reviewing the recommendations, it becomes evident that there is an unjustifiable attempt to appoint unelected individuals to state positions, which is unwarranted."

He further said the state of the National Consensus Commission's spreadsheet and the varying statements from commission members and certain political parties show similarities. This raises questions in the public mind about whether all these aspects are part of a premeditated plan.

The BNP leader said the democratic character of the state and the people's ownership are reflected through the elected parliament and representatives.

Fakhrul mentioned that their party would submit its opinions on the recommendations from the reform commissions to the National Consensus Commission on Sunday.

"We're responding to every single spreadsheet sent to us by the National Consensus Commission. We are adding comments alongside the yes or no options in the provided response format. We are fully cooperating," he said.
Asked which parties' statements seem aligned with the consensus commission's recommendations, Fakhrul replied, "As journalists, you can already see it, as many of the proposals have already appeared in the media. You will notice that they closely resemble the proposals made by certain political parties and individuals."

The BNP Secretary General said it is desirable that various reforms and constitutional amendments be made by giving importance to the democratic values, culture and religious sentiments of people.

"All our reform efforts will focus on establishing a strong democratic political government based on broader national consensus this is the expectation of the nation," he said.

In line with the aspirations of the mass uprising, the BNP leader said the people of this country are eagerly awaiting the realisation of their dreams for a strong democratic state founded on equality, human dignity, and social justice, free from discrimination.

Fakhrul strongly opposed the recommendation to establish new commissions, including a National Constitutional Council (NCC), arguing that the descriptions of these commissions' jurisdictions and functions clearly indicate an intention to undermine and weaken the executive and legislative branches.

"As a result, a weak and almost ineffective government system will be established in the future," he warned.

BNP standing committee members Mirza Abbas, Iqbal Hasan Mahmud Tuku, and Selima Rahman were also present at the press conference.


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