1. What motivated your decision to contest in the upcoming BGMEA election, and what led you to align with the Sammilito Parishad panel?
Honestly, it wasn’t about motivation, it was a call of responsibility. Over the past few years, I have been working on a mission to build a future-proof RMG industry, one that ensures environment and our own sustainability, innovation, and opportunity for the next generation. My decision to contest comes from a sense of duty to continue the work I’ve started, to safeguard our collective future in this industry, especially for second gen and new entrepreneurs.
As for aligning with Sammilito Parishad, this is the panel that welcomed and supported me when I began my journey with BAYLA. It’s the panel I contested with in the last election, and hence I will remain loyal to SP will be repaying that trust in youth leadership through continued service.
2. What three key structural or policy reforms do you think BGMEA should prioritize, and how do you plan to contribute to implementing them if elected?
Based on my work, engagements, and the pressing needs of the sector, I believe BGMEA should prioritize the following three reforms:
1. Export Competitiveness & Policy Intelligence Cell :
A one-stop support centre to help members, especially SMEs to stay informed about trade regulations, global sourcing shifts, and policy updates in real time. I aim to establish this cell to enable faster, informed decision-making of members and support them seamlessly. This cell will also be engaged in finding policies that we need to stay competitive during LDC graduation and present it with data to government for negotiation.
2. Utilities Security & Alternate Incentive Framework:
Frequent gas and electricity disruptions are crippling our industry. We need structured industry representation in national energy planning and compensation on utility cost and tax adjustment schemes when disruptions occur. I plan to work for a defined incentive policy and compensation scheme that protects exporters from unforeseen losses due to the gas and electricity issue.
3. Green Funding & Digital Transformation Support:
Less than 5% of factories in Bangladesh are able to access green finance, despite it being one of the most affordable ways to upgrade operations and improve efficiency. This is low-cost 5-7% interest rate funding that can help any factory become more sustainable, modern, and globally competitive. Also you don’t have to be a green factory to get green finance, this funding is available to help you become more efficient. My goal is to make that access easier for all members, especially SMEs.
That’s why I want to work on establishing a Green Funding Access Desk—a dedicated support desk that will help members prepare project proposals and connect them with local and international banks and donors.
In addition, I will work to promote Digital Factory Diagnostic tools and advocate for R&D grants so factories can improve productivity and explore new product categories.
3. With the industry rapidly changing, how do you plan to lead BGMEA toward modernization—whether through digital transformation, fostering innovation, or empowering young entrepreneurs?
We must build an ecosystem that is inclusive, agile, and future-ready and that begins by truly listening. I believe every member’s voice, regardless of factory size, should shape our roadmap forward. That’s why I am committed to creating a participatory framework where ideas from the ground turn into actionable reforms.
To make this possible, BGMEA must evolve into a digitally connected, two-way communication platform, not just one that sends out notices, but one where members can instantly contribute insights, receive support, and stay informed in real time.
At the same time, with the world moving rapidly toward traceability, transparency, and compliance-based sourcing, we cannot afford to leave our SMEs behind. Over 500+ SME factories in Bangladesh operate without digital visibility, updated tools, or accessible data, putting them at risk of being excluded from future global sourcing. Initiatives like Digital Product Passports are becoming essential for brands to track product origins and sustainability metrics. Without digital integration, factories may find it challenging to meet these emerging requirements.
That’s why I will strongly advocate for the promotion of Digital Factory Diagnostic tools—affordable, user-friendly systems that help factories assess their own efficiency, energy use, and production gaps, while preparing them for digital compliance.
These efforts will:
• Help SMEs meet new EU and global traceability standards
• Improve productivity without needing expensive consultants
• Enable real-time, data-driven visibility, so even small factories can appear on the global sourcing map
In today’s world, digital readiness is no longer optional, it’s a matter of survival. And I’m committed to making sure no factory, big or small, is left behind.
