Dhaka, Feb. 14 -- Chief Adviser's Special Assistant Professor Ali Riaz on Sunday urged political parties to implement the reforms in line with the referendum verdict, noting that the overwhelming 'Yes' vote reflects a clear public mandate for change.

"The citizens of Bangladesh gave, in a clear and unequivocal manner, their verdict in favour of the constitutional reform proposals contained in the July National Charter," he said.

Prof Riaz added: "The verdict demonstrates that a large majority of citizens do not wish to return to the old system or maintain the status quo. Instead, they want change and reform in the state structure."

He made the remarks at a press briefing at the Foreign Service Academy in the capital on Saturday morning...