Dhaka: After the coup in Bangladesh, the interim government is now in action. Head of the government Mohammad Yunus has made a big announcement regarding elections in Bangladesh today. He assured the international community that he is committed to ensuring the establishment of inclusive and pluralistic democracy and creating an environment in which “free, fair and participatory elections” can be conducted. Yunus, the chief advisor of the interim government, addressed the third ‘Voice of Global South’ summit. India hosted this conference digitally.

Nobel laureate Yunus (84), referring to the political turmoil in his country and the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on August 5, said, “You all know that Bangladesh saw a ‘second revolution’ on August 5, 2024, which was led by our brave students, in which the general public also participated. “Yunus said that the current interim government led by him was sworn in on August 8. He said, “Our government is committed to ensuring the transition to an inclusive and pluralistic democracy and creating an environment in which free, fair and participatory elections can be held.” Yunus took charge of the interim government amid the ongoing violence and sabotage against minorities.

Yunus gave assurance in the presence of PM Modi

At the summit held in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Yunus said, “Now our task is to make significant reforms in our election system, judiciary, local government, media, economy and education.” He said, “I invite you to come to Dhaka soon. Otherwise, you may miss some important information. Young students and children of 12-13 years of age are painting pictures of a new democratic eco-friendly Bangladesh on the walls of this 400-year-old city.” The eminent economist said, “There is no central plan or guidance for this. There is no budget support from anyone. This is just an expression of their feelings and commitment to the goals of the second revolution. Yunus said that youth and students are at the center of our strategy. Sheikh Hasina (76) had to resign after massive student protests against reservation in government jobs and on August 5, she left the country and went to India. Yunus said, “We should keep youth and students at the center of our strategies. Two-thirds of our population is youth. They are the most powerful part of the society.” He said, “They are the most powerful section of the society. They are different. They are committed to creating a new world. They are capable. They are technologically far ahead of the previous generation.” Yunus also mentioned the ‘Bengali Language Movement’ of 1952. He said, “In 1952, Bangladeshi students sacrificed their lives for their mother tongue. This inspired the struggle for the right to speak in the mother tongue all over the world.