TBM Report
In a significant formal ceremony, President Md. Sahabuddin administered the oath to Major (Retd.) Hafiz Uddin Ahmed Bir Bikram as the Speaker and Barrister Kaiser Kamal as the Deputy Speaker of the 13th National Parliament. The swearing-in ceremony took place on Thursday, March 12, 2026, following their election during the inaugural session of the new parliament. This transition marks the commencement of their leadership over the nation’s highest legislative body.
Major (Retd.) Hafiz Uddin Ahmed, an 81-year-old veteran politician and war hero, brings an extraordinary legacy to the Speaker’s chair. A recipient of the ‘Bir Bikram’ gallantry award for his bravery in the 1971 Liberation War, he was also an elite athlete in his youth, famously known as the fastest man in East Pakistan for three consecutive years. A seven-time Member of Parliament, he currently serves as the Minister for Liberation War Affairs, a testament to his enduring influence in Bangladesh’s political landscape.
On the other hand, Deputy Speaker Barrister Kaiser Kamal represents a blend of legal expertise and grassroots political activism. Elected from the Netrokona-1 constituency with a massive mandate, Kamal is a UK-educated barrister and a prominent leader of the Jatiyatabadi Ainjibi Forum. His family has a long-standing history of public service, and his elevation to the Deputy Speaker position is seen as a strategic inclusion of seasoned legal minds in parliamentary governance.
The ceremony was attended by senior government officials and parliamentarians, emphasizing the continuity of democratic traditions. With Ahmed’s extensive experience in ministerial roles and Kamal’s command over constitutional law, the 13th Parliament is expected to foster a highly productive and disciplined legislative environment. Their leadership will be crucial in steering the nation through the complex legislative challenges predicted for the upcoming term.
 Hafiz Uddin Ahmed Bir Bikram as the Speaker and Barrister Kaiser Kamal as the Deputy Speaker of the 13th National Parliament. The swearing-in ceremony took place on Thursday, March 12, 2026, following their election during the inaugural session of the new parliament. This transition marks the commencement of their leadership over the nation’s highest legislative body.){kind=link}