Bangladesh Crisis: Will Mohammad Yunus become the next President of Bangladesh? Speculation of becoming a super power intensifies amid interim government

News India Live, Digital Desk: After Sheikh Hasina’s resignation and leaving the country, efforts to fill the power vacuum in Bangladesh have intensified. Now a new discussion has gained momentum regarding Nobel laureate Dr. Muhammad Yunus, who is currently holding the responsibility of Chief Advisor of the interim government. Is Yunus now going to become the next President of Bangladesh? This question is currently the biggest in the political circles of Dhaka. Journey from Chief Advisor to President? Dr. Mohammad Yunus took command of the country after the coup in August 2024. However, his position is that of ‘Chief Adviser’, which technically has the same powers as the Prime Minister. But now there is a discussion among the constitutional experts and the leaders of the student movement on whether Yunus should take over the post of President so that the constitutional stability and international acceptance in the country can be further strengthened. Why is the atmosphere in favor of Yunus? Dr. Three main reasons are being given behind making Mohammad Yunus the President: Global credibility: Yunus has an international image of a ‘clean’ leader, which will make it easier to get foreign investment and help. Students’ confidence: The student protesters of Bangladesh, who overthrew the Sheikh Hasina government, consider Yunus as their guide. Solution to the constitutional crisis: There is resentment among the protesters about the current President Mohammad Shahabuddin. Amidst the demand for his removal, Yunus can be a unanimous choice. What will happen to President Shahabuddin? There has been a demand for the resignation of the current President Mohammad Shahabuddin for a long time. He is accused of being close to Sheikh Hasina. If he resigns or is removed, Dr. Yunus’ name tops the list as acting President. However, this may require some complex amendments in the Constitution of Bangladesh. Challenges are no less. Political experts say that if Yunus becomes the President, he will have to work above active politics. Opposition parties like BNP want elections as soon as possible. In such a situation, Yunus becoming the President may further extend the election dates, due to which there is a fear of creating dissatisfaction among the political parties.