Advisers Asif, Mahfuj to step down before election

Chief Adviser’s press secretary Shafiqul Alam briefed reporters about their resignation at the state guest house Jamuna on Wednesday evening.

The Chief Adviser accepted the resignation letters, which will take effect once the Election Commission announces the election schedule.

After accepting the resignations of the two former student leaders, who played a leading role in the July uprising, the Chief Adviser wished them well in their future endeavours.

“The way you led the uprising and contributed to freeing the nation from fascist rule will be remembered. I believe you will continue to play an active role in the democratic transition and its development in the future,” said Prof Yunus.

Prof Yunus  said, “Today is a historic day. The interim government will always remember your contributions. I wish you a bright and prosperous future. The nation will never forget what you have given in such a short time. This is only a transition. I hope you will make even greater contributions on a broader stage in the future.”

Urging the two advisers to remain committed to the nation’s welfare, Prof Yunus said, “The experience you have gained while serving in government must be put to use in your future lives.”

Following the fall of the Awami League government on August 5 last year, Asif took oath as an adviser on August 8, representing students. He initially served as Labour Adviser and later took responsibility as Adviser for the Ministry of Youth and Sports, Local Government, and Cooperatives.

Mahfuj Alam joined the interim government as Special Assistant to the Chief Adviser with the status of Adviser on November 10, 2024. He was appointed Adviser to the Information and Broadcasting Ministry on February 26 this year, following Nahid Islam’s resignation from the post to become Coordinator of the National Citizen Party, reports UNB.