Hasnat Quaiyum, a lawyer and political activist, is the chief coordinator of the movement and has been its primary leader.
The party calls for institutional reforms that would create a more equitable distribution of power, resources, and opportunities across Bangladesh.
This alliance, formed in 2022, aims to challenge the status quo and demand reforms in governance and the state apparatus.
Through this coalition, Rastro Songskar Andolon has been involved in protests and campaigns against the government's policies, drawing attention to critical issues such as the violation of human rights and the lack of accountability in public administration.
The party's strong critique of existing political structures also made it a target for government surveillance and legal actions aimed at curbing dissent during the previous government led by Sheikh Hasina.