Monir Haider delivered the keynote address at a discussion meeting at the auditorium of the Faculty of Sociology of Chittagong University on Sunday. Photo: BSSCHATTOGRAM, Feb 1, 2026 (BSS) - Chief Adviser's Special Assistant Monir Haider today said the primary objective of the upcoming referendum on reforms is to eliminate the conditions that allow future coups to take root in the country. Monir Haider said the referendum scheduled for February 12 is not a hasty decision but the outcome of a careful and well-considered process. On presidential powers, Monir Haider questioned the actual role of the president, noting that key functions such as judicial appointments are effectively carried out by the prime minister. Monir Haider stressed the need to reform the Election Commission, saying the existing system grants excessive power to the prime minister in its formation.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha February 01, 2026 17:41 UTC