Tarique Rahman Sworn In as Bangladesh's New PM After Landslide Victory

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News18•17-02-2026, 18:29
Tarique Rahman Sworn In as Bangladesh's New PM After Landslide Victory
- •Tarique Rahman took oath as the new Prime Minister of Bangladesh, marking the first elected government post-2024 mass movement.
- •The swearing-in ceremony, held at Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban's South Plaza, broke tradition by being outdoors.
- •Rahman, 60, led the BNP to a landslide victory in the February 12 general election, securing 209 out of 297 seats.
- •His return follows 17 years of exile and marks a significant political shift after the fall of Sheikh Hasina's government.
- •This is the first time in 35 years a male Prime Minister has taken office in Bangladesh.
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