GM Saiful Islam
GM Saiful Islam is a development professional specialising in local governance, urban planning, and results-based management.
Civil registration system needs a citizen-centred upgrade
Every year, lakhs of birth certificates are issued to establish the civil identity of citizens, and this document later becomes essential for obtaining a National ID (NID) card.
29 November 2025, 06:00 AM
29 November 2025, 06:00 AM
Why we need self-reliant local governments
Every year, hundreds of municipalities across Bangladesh wait for approval from Dhaka before they can repair roads, install streetlights, or expand markets. These local government bodies remain caught in a cycle of dependency on central budget and oversight.
12 November 2025, 05:00 AM
12 November 2025, 05:00 AM