Lesson 2/34 min
Reform commissions and renamings since 2024
Watch out: This lesson is based on news from 2024 to 2026 and is not in the two books. Things may change, so check the latest news before your exam.
Reform commissions
| Commission | Facts |
|---|---|
| The first six reform commissions | Formed by the interim government in October 2024: constitution, electoral system, judiciary, public administration, police and anti-corruption |
| Electoral System Reform Commission | Head: Badiul Alam Majumder |
| Anti-Corruption Reform Commission | Head: Iftekharuzzaman |
| Constitution Reform Commission | Submitted recommendations for a new constitution in January 2025 |
| National Consensus Commission | Formed in February 2025; chaired by Muhammad Yunus, vice-chairman Ali Riaz; drew up reform proposals after talks with political parties |
| July National Charter | Signed on 17 October 2025; 84 reform proposals |
Changes of names and structures
| What | Change |
|---|---|
| Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU) | In March 2025 the Advisory Council approved the name “Bangladesh Medical University” |
| Sheikh Hasina Medical University, Khulna | Renamed Khulna Medical University by an amendment ordinance |
| Thirteen public universities | Renamed to drop Sheikh family names, mostly after their locations |
| NBR | In May 2025 an ordinance moved to split it into revenue policy and revenue management divisions; implementation was contested after officials' protests |
| ACC | The 2025 amendment ordinance reportedly lapsed in April 2026 without becoming law; a new draft law is being prepared |
| BEZA | In early 2025 the 100-zone plan was put on hold in favour of a few priority zones |
Check yourself
Who chaired the National Consensus Commission?
At a glance
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The first six reform commissions were formed in October 2024.
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Electoral System Reform Commission: Badiul Alam Majumder; Anti-Corruption Reform Commission: Iftekharuzzaman.
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The National Consensus Commission was formed in February 2025; chairman Muhammad Yunus.
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The July National Charter was signed on 17 October 2025.
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BSMMU's new name is Bangladesh Medical University (approved March 2025).