Special Correspondent: The election of the Greater Noakhali Paper Merchants Multipurpose Cooperative Society Ltd will take place on 22 August, with members showing growing interest in the race for key posts.

Monir Hossain, who is contesting the general secretary post with the Moy (Scale) symbol, has emerged as a prominent name among voters ahead of the election.

Monir brings extensive experience in business, professional organisations and social activities. He owns M/s Shahjalal Paper Store and M/s Saimum Trade International and serves as managing director of Real Assets Ltd.

He also holds several positions in professional organisations. Monir serves as joint general secretary of the Bangladesh Paper Merchants Association and is a member of the Real Estate and Housing Association of Bangladesh (REHAB). He also serves on REHAB’s Standing Committee for Printing and Publication for the 2026–2028 term.

Earlier, Monir served as a director and joint secretary of the Dhaka Paper Traders Multipurpose Cooperative Society Ltd. He also served as election commissioner of the same society in 2011 and 2014.

Speaking about the election, Monir said his main priorities would be protecting members’ interests, strengthening cooperation among them and making the society’s activities more transparent and dynamic.

“I have worked with businesspeople and various social and professional organisations for a long time. If the members entrust me with the responsibility, I will work with utmost sincerity to fulfil their expectations,” he said.

Members will elect the new leadership of the Greater Noakhali Paper Merchants Multipurpose Cooperative Society through the 22 August vote. Monir’s long experience in organisational and professional activities has drawn attention among voters as he seeks the general secretary post.