Election will be held as per Constitution: Dr. Yunus 

Interim Government Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus has hinted at amending the Constitution, and the next general election will be held as per the Constitution.

The chief adviser said this during an exclusive interview with German based broadcaster DW.   

“We should be focusing on the major issues of Constitution and build a consensus. We cannot do anything without a consensus because our strength comes from the consensus. If we can establish the consensus, we go ahead and do that”, he said.

Yunus spoken about the challenges he is facing in his new role and the reforms he's planning to implement before holding a general election.

Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has destroyed the country’s almost all institutions and shattered the economy during her 15 years unilateral rules, he said.   

He addressed an array of issues, including the domestic political situation, Bangladesh's relations with India and the influx of the Rohingya into the country.

Inputs taken from DW