Dhaka, March 2 -- A citizens' platform has expressed concern over the recent appointment of a new governor of Bangladesh Bank, questioning both the selection process and the background of the appointee.

In a statement sent on Monday signed by Fahim Mashrur, co-convener of the Citizens' Coalition, the platform said that while leadership changes in state institutions are expected following the formation of a new government after the 13th national election on February 12, the manner in which the central bank's new chief was appointed has raised serious concerns among sections of civil society.

The coalition described the banking sector as one of the worst-affected areas during the past decade and a half, alleging that political patronage e...