Dhaka:The fourth session of the current Bangladesh Parliament is set to commence on Monday afternoon, following a 60-day hiatus since the prorogation of the previous session. This session is scheduled to continue until November 18.
According to United News of Bangladesh, the Parliamentary Business Advisory Committee convened a meeting on Sunday at the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban's Cabinet Room to finalize plans for the upcoming session. Chaired by Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmad, Bir Bikram, the meeting was attended by Prime Minister and Leader of the House Tarique Rahman, among others.
The committee decided that Parliament would meet daily at 420 pm, excluding Fridays and Saturdays. Additionally, the Speaker was given the authority to modify the schedule and working days as needed. Notable attendees included Leader of the Opposition Md Shafiqur Rahman, Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury, and other prominent figures.
During this session, one government bill is expected to be introduced, alongside three ordinances issued between the third and fourth sessions. These include amendments to the Public Procurement, Value Added Tax, and Special Solar Power Installation ordinances for 2026. A substantial number of questions and notices have been prepared for the session, highlighting its anticipated workload.
Prime Minister Rahman proposed declaring the Parliament premises a smoke-free zone, which was unanimously supported by the committee. Additionally, the Prime Minister inquired about the progress of sound system upgrades and solar panel installations at the Parliament building, receiving updates from the relevant officials on both projects.
President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir summoned this session under Article 72(1) of the Constitution, ensuring compliance with the constitutional mandate that no more than 60 days lapse between sessions. The third session concluded on September 10 after nine sittings, while the second session, or budget session, ended on July 15 after 27 days. The first session began on March 12, following the general elections on February 12, 2026, during which 94 bills were passed.
The fourth session promises to be active as the Parliament tackles a range of legislative and policy issues.