Imran Matin, Executive Director of the BRAC Institute of Governance and Development, shares insights into Bangladesh's tumultuous political landscape following recent upheavals. He discusses the roots of the 2024 protests tied to economic stagnation and governance issues. Matin emphasizes the importance of evidence-based policy reforms and the role of data governance in shaping the country's future. He also explores the Rapid Research Response Initiative, which uses phone surveys to gauge public sentiment, and the urgency for collaborative nation-building efforts.