Dhaka, Feb 22 (V7N) — Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed announced that a reshuffle has begun at the top levels of the police. He made the statement after a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman at the Secretariat.

Key Points from the Home Minister

  • On the Prime Minister’s advice, the President will call the first session of the 13th Parliament on March 12.

  • During this session, the Speaker and Deputy Speaker of Parliament will be finalized.

  • Ordinances from the interim government will also be presented in the session.

  • Regarding the election of a new President, the Home Minister said no discussions have been held yet.

  • Immediate action will be taken concerning the riots that occurred in the capital on Saturday night.

The top-level police reshuffle and the parliamentary session are expected to further strengthen the law enforcement and legislative framework under the new government.

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