DHAKA, Mar 28 (V7N) – In a significant step toward institutionalizing the 13th Jatiya Sangsad, the first meeting of the Parliamentary Committee commenced on Saturday morning. The session, held at the Jatiya Sangsad Secretariat’s Cabinet Room, marks the official activation of committee-level oversight for the new term following the February 12, 2026, general elections.

Key Highlights of the Morning Session

The meeting began at 11:00 am and was presided over by Chief Whip Nurul Islam Moni.

  • High-Level Attendance: In a show of bipartisan engagement, Deputy Leader of the Opposition Dr. Abdullah Taher (of the Jamaat-e-Islami/Right-wing bloc) participated alongside 11 other committee members.

  • Agenda: Sources indicate the primary focus of this inaugural meeting is the logistical management of the 13th Parliament, specifically addressing housing arrangements and residential facilities for newly elected Members of Parliament (MPs).

BNP Parliamentary Party Meeting at 4:00 PM

The ruling Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) is scheduled to hold its own crucial parliamentary party meeting later today at 4:00 pm within the Parliament Building.

  • The 133 Ordinances: A major point of discussion will be the 133 ordinances issued by the interim government during the transition period.

  • Legal Ratification: A Special Committee of the Jatiya Sangsad is currently reviewing these executive orders to decide which should be ratified as permanent laws. The committee is expected to submit its final report by April 2.

Upcoming Parliamentary Session

Following today’s preparatory meetings, the next working session of the 13th National Parliament is set to begin tomorrow, Sunday, March 29.

  • Session Duration: This current session is slated to continue through April 30.

  • Legislative Priorities: Beyond the ratification of interim ordinances, the parliament is expected to tackle the energy security bill and the national budget adjustments necessitated by the ongoing Middle East war and global oil crisis.

The 13th Parliament officially took its first breath on March 12, 2026, but today’s committee meeting signals the start of the "heavy lifting" phase of governance, where specific ministries and administrative functions will now come under direct parliamentary scrutiny.

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