The Chief Adviser of the interim government, Dr. Muhammad Yunus, has inaugurated the three-day-long Deputy Commissioners' (DC) Conference. The conference was officially opened by him at 10:30 AM on Sunday (February 16) at the Shapla Hall of the Chief Adviser’s Office.
In his speech at the DC Conference, the Chief Adviser announced that police verification will no longer be required for obtaining a passport.
He urged the Deputy Commissioners to ensure that such decisions are effectively communicated to the public.
Later today, the Chief Adviser will engage in an open discussion with the DCs. In the evening, he will attend a meeting with the Bangladesh Administrative Service Association, followed by a dinner with the Chief Adviser at night.
A total of 353 proposals are being presented at this year’s DC Conference from across the country. Among them, the highest priority is being given to improving the country’s law and order situation. Additionally, the conference will emphasize public service delivery, public grievances, road and infrastructure development, amendments to laws and regulations, and other public interest issues.
According to sources from the Cabinet Division, these proposals will be presented at the DC Conference by participating Deputy Commissioners and Divisional Commissioners. This year, the conference will include a total of 34 working sessions with various ministries and divisions.
Cabinet Secretary Sheikh Abdur Rashid stated that this time, there will be a total of 30 regular working sessions and four special sessions.
The special sessions will include the inaugural event, a meeting with the Chief Justice, an open discussion with the Chief Adviser, and a session with the Bangladesh Administrative Service Association.
