Dhaka: In a significant development ahead of the first session of the 13th Jatiya Sangshad, the Kalema Tayyeba, a fundamental declaration of Islamic faith, has been artistically inscribed in Arabic calligraphy on the high wall above the Speaker’s chair in the National Parliament’s session hall. This installation marks a notable addition to the parliament’s decor as it prepares for the upcoming session on Thursday.
According to United News of Bangladesh, Prime Minister’s Additional Press Secretary Atikur Rahman Rumon confirmed the development on Wednesday night. The parliament building, which recently underwent renovation following the 2024 student-led mass uprising, now features this Islamic inscription, implemented under the direction of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman. Rumon stated that the relevant authorities executed the installation of the calligraphy in the session hall, which reads ‘La ilaha illallahu Muhammadur Rasulullah.’
On Wednesday, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman worked from his office at the Parliament Secretariat for the first time since assuming his role. Rumon noted that this marked his first day working from the office of the Leader of the House. In addition to his official duties, Prime Minister Rahman also attended and chaired a meeting of the BNP parliamentary party as the Leader of the House. The meeting focused on preparations for the 13th Parliament’s first session, scheduled for Thursday morning, and addressed various issues pertinent to the parliamentary proceedings.