Tarique Rahman set to take oath as Bangladesh Prime Minister in historic shift; Full details here

Tarique Rahman is set to assume office as Prime Minister following a decisive win by the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, signaling a major political transition in Bangladesh. T

Post Published By: Sona Saini

Updated : 17 February 2026, 7:59 AM IST

Bangladesh Welcomes New Leadership as Tarique Rahman Prepares for Swearing-In

Dhaka: Bangladesh's political landscape is poised for a significant turning point today. Tarique Rahman, President of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), is set to be sworn in as the country's new Prime Minister on Tuesday. His party secured a clear majority in the recent general elections, paving the way for government formation. 60-year-old Tarique Rahman will assume the post of Prime Minister for the first time, raising hopes for a new political direction in the country.

Swearing-in ceremony will be a departure from tradition

This time, the swearing-in ceremony will be held at the South Plaza of the Parliament complex instead of the traditional Raj Bhavan. According to reports, the President will administer the oath to the new Cabinet members in the afternoon. Members of Parliament will be sworn in in the morning, followed by the formal selection of the leader at a parliamentary party meeting. As the leader of the majority party, Tarique Rahman is considered certain to become Prime Minister.

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Many foreign delegates will attend ceremony

Delegates from several countries are expected to attend the swearing-in ceremony. India will represent the Speaker of the Lok Sabha, while other senior officials may also be present. In addition, representatives from several countries, including the Maldives, Turkey, and Sri Lanka, will attend the event to congratulate the new government. This is expected to provide a new direction for regional diplomatic relations.

Election Results and Political Background

The general elections held in February were held amid political instability and security challenges. The BNP secured a landslide victory, while other parties also secured significant seats. The fall of the previous long-standing government and nationwide protests had altered the political climate. Voter participation in the elections was also remarkable, reflecting public confidence in the democratic process.

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Expectations and Challenges from New Government

Prime Minister Tariq Rahman will face significant challenges, including balancing economic stability, social harmony, and international relations. Improving relations with neighboring countries is also considered one of his priorities. Experts believe that the new government's policies will determine Bangladesh's future direction and impact regional politics.