Dhaka: Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmad on Thursday urged all members of parliament to uphold parliamentary norms and traditions and avoid abusive language, stressing that differences of opinion are a normal feature of a democratic parliamentary system.
According to United News of Bangladesh, the Speaker made these remarks shortly after Prime Minister and Leader of the House Tarique Rahman called on all sides to shun a culture of abusive language in parliament. Hafiz Uddin Ahmad emphasized the importance of active participation in parliamentary proceedings and maintaining an environment of mutual respect and cordiality to enrich democratic practices.
Hafiz Uddin Ahmad expressed hope that all honourable members would uphold parliamentary rules and traditions in the coming sessions. He urged MPs to play responsible roles by prioritizing the interests of the country.
The third session of the 13th Parliament, which began on August 27, included nine sittings. During this session, six bills were introduced and passed. Additionally, 35 parliamentary committees were formed, and one special committee was reconstituted. Members submitted notices on various important issues under different rules of parliamentary procedure, which were disposed of in accordance with the rules.
The Speaker reported that 144 questions were submitted for the Prime Minister, of which he answered 15. A total of 2,676 questions were submitted for answers by ministers of different ministries, with 1,678 being answered during the session.
Hafiz Uddin Ahmad thanked the Prime Minister, Leader of the House, Leader of the Opposition, cabinet members, chief whips, and all MPs for their cooperation in conducting parliamentary proceedings. He also expressed gratitude to Deputy Speaker Barrister Kayser Kamal and members of the panel of chairpersons for their wisdom and experience in conducting the session smoothly.
Further, he thanked officials and employees of the Parliament Secretariat, government ministries, divisions and offices, law enforcement agencies, doctors, Fire Service, Public Works Department, and service providers for their support. The Speaker also acknowledged journalists and representatives of national dailies, news agencies, Bangladesh Betar, Sangsad Bangladesh Television, and private television channels for covering parliamentary proceedings.
In closing, Hafiz Uddin Ahmad emphasized the importance of maintaining mutual respect, tolerance, and cordiality, while respecting parliamentary rules and procedures to reflect the hopes and aspirations of the people. He concluded by reading out the order of President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir regarding the conclusion of the third session of the 13th Parliament at approximately 8:23 pm.