NRC trains leaders on new constitution campaign
The National Revolutionary Council (NRC), formed by students involved in the July Revolution, has taken steps to position itself as a vanguard party advocating for a new people's democratic constitution, replacing the 1972 constitution.
According to a press release issued on Saturday, NRC leaders recently completed a two-day leadership training in Dhanmondi, Dhaka. The programme aimed to equip the party with the tools needed to establish itself as a key player in constitutional reform and national politics.
The training featured sessions by prominent experts, including constitutional expert Professor Dr Maimul Ahsan Khan, career coach Jamal Uddin Jami, and political branding researcher Zakaria Palash.
During his session, Dr Maimul Ahsan Khan emphasised the importance of drafting a new constitution and urged the NRC to prioritise forming a Constituent Assembly to facilitate this process. He outlined various approaches to forming such an assembly, as well as the steps needed to draft a new constitution.
Dr Khan also addressed the limitations of the Constitutional Reform Commission proposed by the interim government, highlighting areas for improvement.
Political branding expert Zakaria Palash focused on guiding the NRC toward becoming the leading political party in Bangladesh. He emphasised the importance of aligning branding efforts with core values, public trust, and adherence to principles.
“Political parties thrive by promoting values, visions, dreams, good governance, and people’s empowerment,” Palash said. He urged the NRC to identify its target audience and craft a clear narrative that resonates with the public's aspirations. He stressed the need to adapt to changing times while remaining true to the party’s ideals.
Palash also highlighted the experimental nature of the NRC as a recent political entity, advising it to expand its target audience and address broader public demands to remain relevant and competitive in the political landscape.
Career coach Jamal Uddin Jami conducted practical training sessions on leadership skills. These included critical thinking, crafting narratives to counter existing political paradigms, and effectively engaging with citizens. Jami also trained NRC leaders on crisis management and rapid problem-solving to navigate emerging challenges.
The training programme was inaugurated by NRC’s political head, Anisur Rahman, and presided over by its organisational head, Md. Shafiur Rahman.
Leaders from Dhaka University, Dhaka Metropolitan North, and Bangladesh Islamic University
The event concluded with a call for collective effort and strategic planning to achieve the party’s vision of a democratic and inclusive Bangladesh, underscoring the NRC’s commitment to leading constitutional and political reforms.