The spellings have been changed from Bogra to Bogura, Barisal to Barishal, Jessore to Jashore, Chittagong to Chattogram and Comilla to Cumilla.

[3] A Deputy Commissioner (DC), popularly abbreviated to 'DC,' serves as the executive head of the district.

Individuals appointed to the role are selected by the government from the Deputy Secretary BCS Administration Cadre.

The functions of a district council include the construction and maintenance of roads and bridges.

They also manage rest houses and coordinate activities among the Union Parishads within the district.