Reformist Jamaat leaders launch new political platform

Former leaders of Jamaat-e-Islam have formed a new political organisation headed by ousted Jamaat leader Mojibur Rahman Monju, reports bdnews24.com.

Ex-Islami Chhatra Shibir chief Monju on Saturday announced the launch of newly-formed 'Jana Akankhyar Bangladesh' in a media briefing.

Monju, a member of Jamaat's central Majlish-e-Shura prior to his expulsion, is serving as the coordinator of the initiative.

He said the initiative is not based on religion. The organisation will have representatives from all communities in Bangladesh.

Five committees have been formed to oversee the organisation's 19-point programme, said Monju, adding, "The committees have already started its activities."