Charter invests unlimited power in PM, changes coming: Nahid

M Nahid Islam, one of the orchestrators of the July-August student-led uprising, on Wednesday said the current constitution of Bangladesh grants the prime minister unlimited powers, a situation that will be addressed through significant reforms.

Nahid, now the adviser for information and broadcasting, post, telecom, and ICT in the interim government, made the remarks while visiting the a2i project headquarters at ICT Tower in Agargaon on Wednesday.

"Bangladesh's political landscape requires radical reforms, and the state structure needs to evolve as well," he said. 

"The current system has concentrated too much power in the hands of the prime minister, creating an individualistic state structure. We aim to engage all political parties in discussions to bring about necessary changes," he added.

He emphasised the importance of honouring the sacrifices made during the recent student-led uprising. "In this new Bangladesh, built on the blood of martyrs, we must carry out our duties with their sacrifice in mind," he added.

Earlier on September 1, Nahid hinted that a Constituent Assembly would be convened to reform the country's charter, aligning with the movement's goal of restructuring the nation. 

"Since we aim to restructure the country, reforming the constitution is essential. We want the people's voice to be reflected in the constitution. Discussions have already begun with various political parties. The constitution will be reformed by convening a constituent assembly, following all due processes," he said on the day.