The third session of the 13th Jatiya Sangsad, Bangladesh's national parliament, has been scheduled to run from August 27 to September 10, 2026. The decision was made during the fourth meeting of the Business Advisory Committee, held at the Cabinet Room of the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban. The committee, chaired by Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmad, Bir Bikram, MP, also determined that parliamentary proceedings will generally start at 3:00 pm on working days.
The session will be held daily at 3:00 pm, excluding government holidays and specific dates such as August 31 and September 1. This schedule allows for a structured approach to parliamentary business, ensuring that legislative activities are conducted in an orderly and timely manner. The Speaker has been authorized to make any necessary adjustments to the session's timing and working days as required.
A significant number of parliamentary questions and notices have been received for this session. Specifically, 2,818 questions have been submitted, including 142 directed at the Prime Minister and 2,676 for other ministers. Additionally, 81 notices seeking attention under Rule 71 and 249 notices of motions under Rule 131 have been filed. These submissions indicate a robust engagement from members of parliament in scrutinizing government actions and seeking clarifications on various issues.
FAQs
- **What is the Jatiya Sangsad?** The Jatiya Sangsad is the national parliament of Bangladesh, responsible for making laws, overseeing the government, and representing the people of Bangladesh. It is a unicameral legislative body consisting of elected members of parliament (MPs).
- **Who chairs the Business Advisory Committee?** The Business Advisory Committee is chaired by the Speaker of the Jatiya Sangsad. Currently, Hafiz Uddin Ahmad, Bir Bikram, MP, holds this position.
- **What is the significance of the session timing?** The session timing, starting at 3:00 pm, allows for a structured parliamentary schedule. This timing ensures that legislative activities are conducted efficiently and provides a clear framework for members of parliament to engage in debates, question sessions, and other parliamentary proceedings.
- **How many questions and notices have been received for this session?** A total of 2,818 questions have been received, with 142 directed at the Prime Minister and 2,676 for other ministers. Additionally, 81 notices seeking attention and 249 notices of motions have been submitted, indicating active parliamentary engagement.
