On Tuesday, February 17, 2026, Bangladesh stepped into a new political chapter. The newly elected members of the 13th Jatiya Sangsad took their oath at the Parliament House in Dhaka. The atmosphere was both solemn and charged with anticipation.
Hundreds of representatives gathered to begin their work after the February 12 national election. Chief Election Commissioner AMM Nasir Uddin administered the oath, marking the first constitutional ritual of the new term.
From the early morning, the area around Parliament was alive with movement. Supporters and visitors thronged the premises, some clutching banners, others waving from the sidewalks, all eager to witness history unfold. Children perched on shoulders to get a glimpse of their leaders. The air carried a mix of jubilation, curiosity, and the quiet tension of a nation watching its future take shape.
Security was tight and visibly alert. Police and law enforcement officers lined the roads leading to the complex, maintaining order as the crowd’s excitement surged. Inside, journalists and photographers jostled to capture every moment, though restricted media access drew criticism from press bodies later in the day.
The oath-taking was more than a formal ceremony. It symbolised a fresh start for the nation’s legislature. Diverse voices stood united under one promise to serve the people faithfully. Soon after the swearing-in, meetings and party discussions began. The work of shaping the new government had officially started, and the nation watched with eager anticipation as a new chapter began to unfold.
