Tarique Rahman took the oath as the 11th Prime Minister of Bangladesh on Tuesday. This moment marks a significant political change. Rahman, leader of the Bangladesh National Party (BNP), assumes office after his party won a major electoral victory. Rahman succeeds interim Prime Minister Mohammad Yunus, who held the position until this transition.
The swearing-in ceremony took place at 4 p.m. in the South Plaza of the Parliament House in Dhaka. President Mohammad Shahabuddin administered the oath to Rahman and his new cabinet. Rahman’s swearing-in symbolizes a new era of leadership in Bangladesh.
Cabinet Ministers Include:
- Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir
- Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury
- Salahuddin Ahmed
- Iqbal Hasan Mahmood
- Major (Retired) Hafiz Uddin Ahmed Bir Bikram
- Abu Zafar Mohammad Zahid Hossain
- Dr. Khalilur Rahman
- Abdul Awal Mintu
- Kazi Shah Mofazzal Hossain Caikobad
- Mizanur Rahman Meenu
- Nitai Roy Chowdhury (Hindu Leader)
- Khandaker Abdul Muktadir
- Ariful Haque Chowdhury
- Zaheer Uddin Swapno
- Mohammad Aminur Rashid
- Afroza Khanam Rita
- Shahid Uddin Chowdhury Annie
- Asadul Habib Dulhu
- Mohammad Asduzzaman
- Zakaria Tahir
- Dipen Diwan (Minority)
- ANM Ehsanul Haq Milan
- Sardar Mohammad Sakhawat Hossain
- Fakir Mahboob Anam
- Sheikh Rabbiul Alam
State Ministers Include:
- M Rashiduzzaman Millat
- Anindya Islam Amit
- MD Shariful Alam
- Shama Obaid Islam
- Sultan Salahuddin Tuku
- Barrister Kaiser Kamal
- Farhad Hussain Azad
- MD Aminul Haque (Technocrat)
- Mir Mohammad Helal Uddin
- Habibur Rashid
- MD Rajib Ahsan
- MD Abdul Bari
- Mir Shahe Alam
- Jonayed Abdur Rahim Saki
- Ishraq Hussain
- Farjana Sharmeen
- Sheikh Faridul Islam
- Nurul Haq Noor
- Yasir Khan Chowdhury
- M Iqbal Hossain
- MA Muhith
- Ahmed Sohail Manzoor
- Bobby Hajjaj
- Ali Nawaz Mahmood Khayyam
International Diplomacy: Dignitaries Attend the Ceremony
Several global leaders attended Rahman’s swearing-in ceremony. India’s Lok Sabha Speaker, Om Birla, and Foreign Secretary, Vikram Misri, were present. In addition, representatives from Malaysia, Pakistan, Maldives, Turkey, Sri Lanka, China, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Brunei also attended. Their presence reflects the global interest in Bangladesh’s political shift.
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Tarique Rahman Appointed Leader of the Parliamentary Party
Before the ceremony, the BNP held a parliamentary party meeting. During this meeting, Tarique Rahman was formally elected leader of the parliamentary party. Rahman’s leadership within the BNP further solidifies his control over the party. He also met with leaders of opposition parties, including Shafiqur Rahman of Jamaat-e-Islami and Nahid Islam of the National Citizen Party. These meetings fostered political dialogue and unity.
BNP’s Historic Electoral Victory
The BNP achieved an overwhelming victory in the recent elections. The party secured 209 out of 297 seats. In contrast, Jamaat-e-Islami won only 68 seats. Notably, the Awami League, led by Sheikh Hasina, was not allowed to contest. This exclusion added tension, but BNP’s strong performance ensured its dominance.
Furthermore, candidates from minority communities, including two Hindus, secured seats under the BNP banner. This victory restores hope for political stability in Bangladesh, which had faced political unrest in recent years.
Political Stability on the Horizon
With Rahman as Prime Minister, Bangladesh enters a new phase of governance. Rahman’s leadership provides a sense of optimism for a stable political future. The country, which has dealt with violence and political turmoil, now looks forward to a more democratic process. Rahman’s government is expected to focus on national development and peaceful governance.
A New Chapter for Bangladesh
Tarique Rahman’s election as Prime Minister signifies a new political chapter for Bangladesh. His victory brings a sense of hope for the country’s future. With a strong mandate and global support, Rahman’s leadership promises significant reforms. As Bangladesh begins this new journey, the world watches closely.
