Election-Related Administrative Changes in Bangladesh
As the national election approaches, significant administrative changes have taken place across various districts in Bangladesh. The government has appointed new deputy commissioners (DCs) in 15 districts, including Dhaka, Khulna, and Bogura. This move involves the transfer of seven current officials and the appointment of eight new individuals to these positions.
The Ministry of Public Administration issued a notification late Saturday night announcing the reshuffle. The order outlines several key appointments and transfers that are expected to impact the administration in the lead-up to the election.
Key Transfers and Appointments
Among the notable transfers, Bagerhat DC Ahmed Kamrul Hasan has been moved to Noakhali. Kushtia DC Abu Hasnat Mohammad Arefin has been reassigned to Habiganj, while Bhola DC Md Azad Zahan is now stationed in Gazipur. Barguna DC Mohammad Shafiul Alam has been transferred to Dhaka, and Sirajganj DC Muhammad Nazrul Islam will now serve in Gaibandha.
In addition, the Chief Executive Officer of Sylhet Zilla Parishad, Sandeep Kumar Singh, has been appointed as the DC of Barguna. Meanwhile, Khulna DC Md Tawfiqur Rahman has been transferred to Bogura.
New Appointments for Several Districts
Several other officials have also been appointed as DCs in different districts. BADC Secretary Md Aminul Islam has been named as the DC of Sirajganj. Md Abdullah Al Mahmud, who previously served as the Commerce Adviser’s Personal Secretary, is now the DC of Magura. Abu Sayeed, a Deputy Secretary from the Home Ministry, has been appointed as the DC of Pirojpur. Afroza Akhter, a Zonal Settlement Officer, has taken up the role of DC in Satkhira.
Additional Changes in Other Districts
Feni’s Local Government Deputy Director, Golam Md Baten, has been appointed as the DC of Bagerhat. ASM Jamshed Khondaker, who was the Personal Secretary to the Chief Adviser’s Special Assistant on Posts, Telecommunications and ICT Affairs, has been made the DC of Khulna. RAJUK Deputy Director Md Iqbal Hossain has been appointed as the DC of Kushtia, and Dr Shamim Rahman, a Deputy Secretary from the Cabinet Division, has taken over as the DC of Bhola.
These administrative changes are likely to have a significant impact on the governance and management of these districts as the country prepares for the upcoming national election. The movement of officials is part of a broader strategy to ensure smooth conduct of the electoral process and maintain law and order across the regions.