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Bangladesh's New Parliament to Swear In Feb 17 After Landmark Election

The newly elected members of Bangladesh's 13th National Parliament will take their oath of office on February 17. The ceremony will be administered by Chief Election Commissioner A.M.M. Nasir Uddin at the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban. The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) won a commanding majority, securing 209 of the 297 seats for which results have been declared. The nation now faces significant challenges, including political unrest and rising Islamist extremism, as Tarique Rahman prepares to lead.

Key Points: Bangladesh MPs Oath Ceremony Set for February 17

  • Oath ceremony set for February 17
  • BNP won majority with 209 seats
  • Results for 2 constituencies withheld by court
  • Nation faces challenge of unrest and extremism
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Bangladesh's newly elected MPs to take oath on Feb 17

Newly elected MPs in Bangladesh will take oath on Feb 17. BNP poised to form government after winning majority in the 13th parliamentary election.

"arrangements are being made for the oath-taking ceremony on Tuesday evening, February 17 - Kaniz Moula"

Dhaka, Feb 15

The members elected in Bangladesh's 13th National Parliamentary Election are set to take their oath of office on Tuesday, February 17, according to local media reports.

The swearing-in ceremony will be administered in the morning by Chief Election Commissioner A.M.M. Nasir Uddin.

Multiple sources from the interim government's chief advisor's office, the law ministry, and the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), which is poised to form the next government, confirmed the development to the leading Bangladeshi daily Prothom Alo.

The 13th parliamentary election was conducted on Thursday, and the Election Commission published the official gazette notification of the victorious candidates on Friday night.

Preparations for the oath-taking ceremony are already underway at the Jatiya Sangsad secretariat. Traditionally, the ceremony is held in the designated oath room at the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban.

Jatiya Sangsad secretariat secretary Kaniz Moula said that arrangements are being made for the oath-taking ceremony on Tuesday evening, February 17.

Polling was held for 299 of the 300 seats in the 13th parliamentary election on February 12.

The Election Commission declared unofficial results for 297 constituencies. However, the gazette notifications for Chattogram-2 and Chattogram-4 have not yet been issued following a directive from the High Court.

According to the results announced so far, the BNP won 209 out of 297 seats in the February 12 election, with its candidates leading in the two constituencies, including Chattogram-2 and 4, where results have been withheld. Their allies have claimed three seats.

On the other hand, Jamaat-e-Islami has won 68 seats, while the partners in the Jamaat-led 11-party electoral alliance secured nine seats. Islami Andolan Bangladesh (IAB) claimed one seat, and independent candidates won in seven constituencies, Prothom Alo reported.

With Tarique Rahman now set to lead Bangladesh - the country last saw a male PM almost 35 years ago - experts warn that the nation faces a massive challenge of overcoming the unrest and rising Islamist extremism that marked the 18-month tenure of the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government.

- IANS

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Priya S
The article mentions the challenge of Islamist extremism. This is a concern for the whole region. India and Bangladesh need to work together closely on security. Wishing our neighbors a peaceful and prosperous term.
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Aman W
Interesting to see the BNP coming back. The last line about Tarique Rahman leading after 35 years of female PMs is quite a shift. Hope the new leadership strengthens ties with India, especially on economic corridors and water sharing.
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Sarah B
While I wish Bangladesh well, the report about withheld results in two constituencies and the mention of unrest is a bit worrying. Democracy needs smooth transitions. Hopefully, the oath-taking goes peacefully and all parties accept the outcome.
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Karthik V
Bangladesh has made incredible economic progress. The new government must not let that momentum slow down. Their success is intertwined with the stability of our entire eastern region. Best wishes for the ceremony.
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Nikhil C
Respectfully, the article seems to focus heavily on the "Islamist extremism" angle. While security is important, the main story should be about the democratic process and the people's mandate. Let's hope for positive coverage that builds bridges.

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