The interim government in Bangladesh announced the formation of six commissions to bring reforms in six major sectors, including the constitution, Chief Adviser Prof. Muhammad Yunus said in a televised speech to the nation on Wednesday evening. The sectors are the constitution, the electoral system, the judiciary, the police, the Anti-Corruption Commission, and public administration, according to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS).

Yunus said six eminent citizens have been appointed to head these commissions. The names of the other members of these commissions will be fixed through holding discussions with the heads of the commissions, he said. 

The commissions are expected to start their functions from October 1 and they are expected to complete their work within the next three months, he said.

Prof. Yunus said one of the central points of the reform plans is to establish a fair election system and good governance. He said reforming four institutions – police administration, public administration, judiciary and anti-corruption commission – is essential for free and fair elections as these institutions are related to the electoral system. He also emphasized for the constitutional reform to ensure representation and interests of people from all walks of life.

The Chief Adviser said based on the commission’s report, the government will hold consultations with major political parties at the next stage, reports BSS.

By: Navalsang Parmar (Dhaka)