The Daily Star (TDS): What is the scope of responsibilities defined for the Task Force on Redesigning Economic Strategy?

The Daily Star (TDS): After August 5, women and female coordinators of the movement appear to have gradually become less visible in initiatives and discussions. This raises an important question: can the discourse on state reforms truly represent the approximately 51% of Bangladesh’s population who are women, particularly in state-building and equitable resource distribution?

The Daily Star (TDS): Considering that employment was one of the core issues fueling the recent uprising, what measures should the government implement to address this challenge?

In a densely populated country like Bangladesh—especially in Dhaka, the mega city with its unique characteristics—addressing issues such as infrastructure, traffic control, and safety requires more than just physical development.

The Daily Star (TDS): What are the key recommendations for reforming the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC)?

The Daily Star (TDS): Considering the significance of the July Movement, how do you perceive the overall concept of culture, particularly its role as a force for social transformation and identity formation?

TDS: How would you evaluate the current media scenario in Bangladesh?

The Daily Star (TDS): What is the current status of the initiatives aimed at identifying the unique needs of persons with disabilities?

The Daily Star (TDS): Why is labour sector reform the most urgent priority?

The Daily Star (TDS): What is the current status of human rights in the country, and what urgent issues need to be addressed?

The Daily Star (TDS): What are the key reforms required for the judiciary in Bangladesh?

The Daily Star (TDS): What are the critical areas where reforms should begin in Bangladesh’s political sphere to promote democracy?

The Daily Star (TDS): Could you please share how your commission functioned and what outcomes it achieved?

The Daily Star (TDS): How do you evaluate your commission’s work—was it more of a complete rewriting or a revision of the Constitution of Bangladesh?

We are proud to present the final instalment of our five-part special supplement series, marking The Daily Star’s 34th anniversary. This concluding edition explores the reform proposals introduced by various commissions under the interim government, aiming to rebuild Bangladesh in the spirit of the July 36 mass uprising.

The Daily Star (TDS): Can you briefly outline the evolution of the health sector in Bangladesh?

The Daily Star (TDS): What are the commission’s core recommendations for reforming local government?

In 1971, the people of Bangladesh earned their independence through blood and sacrifice.

The Daily Star (TDS): How would you assess the current state of Bangladesh’s environment, and what are the most pressing challenges?