Bangladesh Launches Constitution Reform Commission: A New Era of Democratic Empowerment

Bangladesh's interim government has established a nine-member Constitution Reform Commission aimed at evaluating the country's constitution for potential reforms to foster representative democracy. Led by Prof. Ali Riaz, the group includes legal experts and writers, and will deliver its recommendations in 90 days, aiming to empower citizens.

In a decisive move towards democratic empowerment, Bangladesh's interim government has established a nine-member commission tasked with evaluating and recommending reforms to the nation's constitution.

Headed by prominent Bangladeshi-American Professor Ali Riaz, the Constitution Reform Commission will submit its findings to the government within a 90-day window, according to BSS news agency reports.

Formed to promote a representative and effective democracy, the commission includes notable figures such as student representative Mahfuj Alam and a host of legal scholars and writers, who will undertake a comprehensive analysis to suggest changes reflecting public opinion and needs.

(With inputs from agencies.)