Dhaka, April 21 -- The Local Government Reform Commission has proposed sweeping changes to strengthen Bangladesh's local government system, calling for a shift in electoral structures, revenue policy, and administrative responsibilities.

One key recommendation is to abolish the post of chairman at union and Upazila levels, replacing it with councils composed of elected members.

The commission, headed by Tofail Ahmed, handed over its final two-part report to Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus on Sunday afternoon.

Later in the evening, around 6:30pm, the commission's members held a press conference at the Foreign Service Academy to outline their proposals.

"Local government is the oldest form of state," Tofail said. "Since British rule, its s...