Professor Ali Riaz, Special Assistant to the Chief Adviser with the rank of Adviser, stated that the July Charter was formulated to end the abuse of unchecked power and return ownership of the state to its citizens. Speaking on February 2, 2026, at a meeting in the Senate Building of Rajshahi University, he called on students to spread the message of the Charter across the country and encourage participation in the upcoming referendum.

Riaz explained that around 150,000 students in higher education institutions in the region could each motivate five others to vote in favor of change, potentially influencing 600,000 votes. He added that over 100,000 officials and employees could inspire another 500,000 people. He emphasized that the Charter seeks to prevent future autocracy and ensure that the sacrifices of the nation’s martyrs are not wasted.

He further outlined proposed reforms, including a 100-seat upper house in the constitution with proportional representation and a requirement of majority support for constitutional amendments. Riaz urged citizens to vote “yes” to make the state accountable and prevent concentration of power in one individual.