Abul
Kalam Azad

Abul Kalam Azad, the former Principal Secretary and Co-Chair of Smart Bangladesh Network, is a driving force behind sustainable development in Bangladesh. With unparalleled decision-making skills, he transformed the Civil Service into a pro-people administration during his tenure at the Prime Minister’s Office. Azad’s expertise extends to coordinating administrative processes, spearheading economic zones, Hi-tech Parks, and Public-Private Partnership initiatives. His adept negotiation skills and leadership in ‘Digital Bangladesh’ initiatives have not only streamlined services but also led significant administrative reforms, including the Annual Performance Appraisal system, shaping the nation’s economic landscape.