Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has called the upcoming general election and referendum “not a conventional election, but an election to save the nation,” while directing Deputy Commissioners (DCs) to carry out their duties with absolute honesty, neutrality, and dedication.
The Chief Adviser addressed the newly appointed 50 DCs along with the administrators of all 64 districts at his office this Monday.
Stressing the significance of the upcoming polls, which includes a referendum, Professor Yunus stated that this is not merely an election to form a government for the next five years.
“This is a completely unique election. The nation has witnessed many farcical elections, and we must play our part to overcome those memories,” the Chief Adviser remarked.
He further described the polls as a post-uprising election, intended to bring the popular movement to fruition. “Through this election, the nation’s trajectory for the century will be determined,” he added.
Professor Yunus highlighted the crucial role of the Deputy Commissioners, emphasizing that there is no room for failure. He said the election would mark the nation’s rebirth, with the DCs acting as midwives in the process.
The Chief Adviser advised the DCs to “know everything you need to know” and ensure the election is simultaneously festive and peaceful. He reminded them of the vast number of young and female voters who have been eligible but unable to exercise their franchise over the past 15 years.
He also noted that international observers are already showing deep enthusiasm and interest in witnessing the quality of the upcoming election.
“Making this election successful is our commitment to the mass uprising. This election is a major campaign, and we must win this campaign,” Professor Yunus asserted, concluding, “To survive as an independent nation, we must win this fight.”
The meeting was moderated by Cabinet Secretary Sheikh Abdur Rashid. Other attendees included Planning Adviser Wahiduddin Mahmud, Home Affairs Adviser Jahangir Alam Chowdhury, Public Works Adviser Adilur Rahman Khan, and Law Adviser Professor Asif নজরুল.
Field administration officials, including Dhaka Divisional Commissioner Sharf Uddin Ahmad Chowdhury, Tangail District Administrator Sharifa Haque, and Bogura District Administrator Md. Toufikur Rahman, also addressed the gathering.
