State Reform Movement Marks Fourth Anniversary in Rangpur

The State Reform Movement commemorated its fourth founding anniversary in Rangpur city on Saturday afternoon under the slogan:
“We will establish people’s ownership over all the powers and resources of the state.”

The celebration began with a discussion session organised by the Rangpur district unit of the movement, followed by a cake-cutting ceremony.

Prof Chinu Kabir, Coordinator of the Rangpur district unit, presided over the discussion, which was moderated by organiser Kanak Rahman.

Advocate Raihan Kabir, Rangpur Divisional Coordinator and Central Committee leader of the State Reform Movement, delivered the welcome address.

Advocate Raihan Kabir emphasised that the core objective of the State Reform Movement is to return power to the people and ensure their full ownership of the country’s resources.

“We believe the current governance structure limits ordinary people’s access to power, which necessitates constitutional and institutional reforms,” he stated.

Speakers highlighted the need to establish a just economic system alongside raising political awareness among citizens in order to transform the state into a democratic, accountable, and people-centred institution.

They further announced plans to undertake a series of programmes aimed at strengthening organisational capacity at the grassroots level, enhancing public engagement, and shaping public opinion in favour of political and economic reforms.

Women leaders Lipi Debgupta, Nafida Nowrin, and Wasifa Zaman Adri underscored the crucial role of women in the state reform process.

“Women’s equal participation must be ensured in the process of changing the state’s structure,” Lipi Debgupta affirmed.

Prof Chinu Kabir called for unity among all stakeholders despite political differences, stressing the importance of collective effort in shaping the country’s future.

“We believe that if people unite to restore state ownership and power, it will be possible to build a society based on equality and justice,” he concluded.

The event ended with a cake-cutting ceremony and distribution of sweets among guests and participants.