Advisor to the Ministry of Public Administration Md. Ismail Zabiullah was present at a meeting with administration officials at Lakshmipur Circuit House on Friday. Photo: BSS

LAKSHMIPUR, Feb 27, 2026 (BSS) - Prime Minister's Adviser Ismail Zabihullah 
today said that the country's public administration has been politicized for 
more than one and a half decades, leading to the erosion of its neutrality 
and efficiency.

He noted that the country has faced near a collapse at various levels, and 
the administration has not been spared from this decline.

Zabihullah made the observation while speaking to journalists during an 
exchange of views with officials at the Lakshmipur Circuit House this 
morning.

"We will present the people with an efficient, neutral and merit-based 
administration in line with the policy of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman. 
Public servants will serve the people, not rule over them. Together, we will 
build Bangladesh as a non-discriminatory, inclusive, accountable and 
corruption-free country," he said.

The adviser also expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Tarique Rahman for 
entrusting him with the responsibility of the Ministry of Public 
Administration.

He is a resident of Kamalnagar upazila of the district. This is his maiden 
visit to Lakshmipur after being assigned the responsibility of the Ministry 
of Public Administration.

Referring to Tarique Rahman's announcement "I have a plan," Ismail Zabihullah 
said that the Prime Minister has already started implementing it and has 
plunged into the task. 

Like a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of an organisation, he is looking into 
and monitoring every detail and ensuring implementation accordingly. 

He continued, "This is remarkable and exceptional in the world. It is an 
inspiration for us and has been highly appreciated internationally. We hope 
for a bright future for Bangladesh."

He went on, saying that they have a spiritual connection with BNP's electoral 
symbol "Sheaf of Paddy", adding "Our core identity and main message is 
Bangladesh first."

Noting that the situation before the election was one kind, and after the 
election it has completely changed, the adviser said, "Now the responsibility 
lies with all of us." 

"We went to the people with our commitments and sought votes, and the people 
voted for us overwhelmingly. BNP has achieved victory with an absolute 
majority. This victory carries a huge responsibility and accountability. 
Keeping that in mind, we will work together in the days ahead," he added. 
 
Earlier, Ismail Zabihullah was accorded a guard of honour by the 
administration. Later, he exchanged greetings with officials and leaders and 
activists of the party.