Dhaka, August 19 — The Local Government Department has issued a notification removing the chairmen of 61 district councils and the mayors of 323 municipalities. The decision was announced in a notification released on Sunday.

The move affects local government officials across the country, including those elected during the tenure of the previous Awami League government. The removals come amid ongoing changes and restructuring within the local government sector.

The notification marks a significant shift in local governance, with the removal of these officials potentially impacting administrative functions and local governance in the affected regions. Further details on the reasons for these removals and the appointment of new officials are expected to be announced soon.