Abdul Muyeed Chowdhury, the head of the Public Administration Reform Commission, announced that the commission is set to recommend the abolition of police verification as a mandatory requirement for recruitment across all sectors.
Mr. Chowdhury made the statement during an exchange meeting with journalists on Tuesday, emphasizing that this recommendation is part of a broader effort to simplify and modernize the employment process. The move aims to reduce unnecessary bureaucratic hurdles and streamline the recruitment process for both public and private sector jobs.
In addition to the proposal on police verification, Abdul Muyeed outlined plans for a significant reform in the promotion system for government officials. He announced that, moving forward, no deputy or joint secretary will be eligible for promotion without passing a mandatory exam, with a minimum score of 70% required for eligibility. This initiative seeks to address inter-cadre discrimination and ensure that promotions are based purely on merit, rather than seniority or favoritism.
The commission also remains committed to enhancing transparency and accountability within the public sector. Mr. Chowdhury highlighted the importance of fully implementing the Right to Information (RTI) Act, revealing that each district and department will soon have a designated officer to oversee RTI-related matters. However, he acknowledged that fully implementing the act presents ongoing challenges and emphasized that continued efforts are necessary to improve public access to government information.
Bd-pratidin English/ Jisan
