Interim government Chief Adviser, Professor Muhammad Yunus, said on Sunday that all necessary steps have been taken to restore normalcy in the flood-affected regions of Bangladesh. Speaking in a televised address, Prof Yunus emphasized the importance of both domestic and regional cooperation to tackle such crises in the future.

“We are one family. We have one goal,” Prof Yunus declared. “We are committed to fulfilling the aspirations of our youth, and we are ready to take on this challenge.”

He called on the nation to support these efforts wholeheartedly, stressing the need to focus on long-term solutions rather than seeking immediate fixes or resorting to vigilante justice.

During his speech, the Nobel Peace Laureate also revealed plans to establish a ‘July Mass Killing Memorial Foundation’. This marked his second national address since assuming the role of Chief Adviser on August 8.

Prof Yunus said after the fascist government left the country in the face of a popular movement, they want to build a country where the human rights of every citizen will be fully protected.

“Our goal is one—a liberal, democratic, non-discriminatory, non-communal Bangladesh. We are one family. We have one goal. We are committed to not let any differences hinder our dreams,” he said.

Prof Yunus said only two weeks have passed since the current government assumed responsibility. “Thank you very much for the support I am getting from you in the first stage of the work of reforming the state.”

He said they understand that people’s expectations from the government are high and they are determined to fulfill this expectation.

Fifteen years of fascist rule left a mountain of challenges in almost every area, Prof Yunus said.

“But we are ready to accept this challenge. Today, I have come before you to seek your prayers and cooperation on behalf of the government. I will only say, you have to be patient,” he said.

The interim government has already started various reforms, he said.

"Political decisions will come from political discussions. If we do not get this direction, we cannot move forward firmly in discussions with donor organizations and international economic institutions,” he said.

He said the advisers have taken this responsibility at the call of students during the country's crisis. “We will fulfill this responsibility with all our strength. Our advisory board is also motivated by this goal and everyone is working as a team.”

He said, "When the election will be held is a completely political decision, not our decision. The countrymen have to decide when you want us to leave.”

The students are their primary appointers and the vast public of the country has supported their appointment, said Prof Yunus.

He said they will constantly remind everyone about this so that the question does not suddenly arise when they will leave.

The Election Commission will also be reformed, said the head of the interim government.

He said that the Election Commission aims to prepare for a model election at any time.