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Dozen former advisers condemn alleged harassment of Prof Muhammad Yunus
A group of twelve former advisers to Bangladesh's interim administration has publicly protested what they describe as harassment directed at Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus, raising concerns about the treatment of the Nobel laureate.
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The twelve former advisers released a joint statement expressing strong disapproval of alleged actions targeting Professor Yunus, whose leadership has been central to Bangladesh's transitional governance framework. The signatories, who previously served in advisory roles to the administration, described the reported harassment as troubling and inconsistent with democratic principles.
Professor Yunus, a globally recognised economist and social entrepreneur, assumed the role of Chief Adviser following significant political upheaval in Bangladesh. His appointment was widely seen as a stabilising force during the country's institutional transition.
The statement from the former advisers underscores mounting concerns about the treatment of high-profile figures within the administration's leadership structure. While specific details of the alleged harassment were not fully enumerated, the collective protest highlights internal tensions within advisory circles.
The incident comes as Bangladesh continues navigating its political reconstruction and institutional reforms. The public intervention by former advisers suggests growing friction over governance matters and raises questions about the stability of the administration's advisory framework during this critical period of national transition.