BNP’s Tarique Rahman Takes Oath as Bangladesh Prime Minister; PM Modi Sends Invite to Visit India

Tarique Rahman has been swo in as Bangladesh’s leader with his cabinet, marking the country’s first elected gove ment since the 2024 uprising. Retu ing from 17 years in exile, Rahman led the BNP to a decisive victory, securing a parliamentary majority and reshaping national politics after decades dominated by female premiers. The Awami League, led by former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, was barred from contesting the election. While the BNP moves to consolidate power, it has rejected taking a second oath tied to the constitution reform commission, arguing the proposed July Charter lies outside the existing constitution. The stance signals potential institutional tensions as the new administration begins gove ing.