A delegation from South Asians for Human Rights (SAHR) met with Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus at the State Guest House Jamuna on Saturday.
The delegation included Roshmi Goswami, Co-Chairperson of SAHR, human rights activist Saroop Ijaz from Pakistan, Deekshya Illangasinghe, Anushaya Collure from Sri Lanka, and Sayeed Ahmed from Bangladesh, reports BSS.
The meeting was also attended by Law Adviser Asif Nazrul, Housing and Public Works Adviser Adilur Rahman Khan, and Social Welfare and Women and Children Affairs Adviser Sharmeen S Murshid.
The discussions focused on the ongoing democratic transition and the human rights situation in Bangladesh, as well as broader concerns within the South Asian region.
Chief Adviser Yunus underscored the important role that youth must play in shaping the future of Bangladesh. “From the moment we took office, empowering youth at every level has been a top priority,” he remarked.
He further explained, “Young people have been represented in reform commissions, and they are now actively involved in policymaking and governance. These individuals, who once felt excluded, have now emerged as leaders in the post-uprising period.”
Yunus also noted, “It is the responsibility of the older generation to guide and support the youth in their journey. This is a challenge not only for Bangladesh but for the entire South Asian region.”
Roshmi Goswami highlighted the significance of the current moment, noting that it represents a transformative phase for Bangladesh and the South Asian region.
“We have engaged with members of civil society here. The younger generation has high expectations from this government,” she said.
Goswami acknowledged the difficulty the government faces in meeting these expectations, saying, “This is a considerable challenge for the government.”
The SAHR delegation praised the interim government’s reform efforts and its commitment to promoting human rights. They also applauded the government’s actions in ensuring a smooth democratic transition.
