Bangladesh Parliament reconvenes after uprising, polls
The Hindu
Bangladesh's Parliament reconvenes after a deadly uprising, marking a new era under Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's leadership.
Bangladesh's Parliament convened on Thursday (March 12, 2026) for the first time since a deadly 2024 uprising plunged the country into political turmoil and following elections last month.
The government of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), took over after February 12 elections from the interim administration that had led the country of 170 million people since August 2024.
"After more than a decade and a half of fascist and subservient rule, the activities of Parliament are beginning today with representatives elected by the people," Mr. Rahman told Parliament.
"The BNP wants to build a prosperous, safe and democratic country," he added, calling on all lawmakers, whatever their political opinions, to work together.
Mr. Rahman blamed the toppled government of Sheikh Hasina and her Awami League party for undermining the previous Parliament.
Sheikh Hasina, 78, who has been sentenced in absentia to death for crimes against humanity, is in self-imposed exile in India.
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