President Convenes First Session of 13th Parliament on March 12

The President of Bangladesh has summoned the first session of the 13th Jatiya Sangsad, which will begin on March 12, according to an official notification.

The session has been convened under the constitutional authority of the President following the formation of the new parliament after the recent national elections.

The announcement was issued through a gazette notification, confirming the date and time for the inaugural sitting at the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban in Dhaka.

As per parliamentary procedure, the first session will include the swearing-in of newly elected Members of Parliament who have not yet taken the oath, followed by the election of the Speaker and Deputy Speaker. The session is also expected to set the tone for the legislative agenda of the new parliamentary term.

Under the Constitution of Bangladesh, the President addresses the first session of a newly formed parliament, outlining the government’s policy direction and priorities for the coming term. The presidential address is traditionally followed by a motion of thanks and discussion among lawmakers.

Security measures around the parliament complex are expected to be strengthened ahead of the session. Political observers view the first sitting of the 13th Parliament as a significant milestone in the country’s democratic and constitutional process.

Further details regarding the session schedule and agenda will be finalized by the parliamentary secretariat in the coming days.