Even 90 minutes after office hours began, several ministries whose ministers were abroad on official duty remain largely empty, while cleaning crews still prepare some ministerial offices for the day
June 25, 2026
Staff Correspondent
bdnews24.com
With Prime Minister Tarique Rahman away on his first overseas tour, how is Bangladesh's administrative nerve centre functioning? Are officials still arriving on time? Are ministers maintaining regular attendance?
Those questions have gained renewed attention amid criticism inside and outside parliament over the frequent absence of ministers during the ongoing budget session.
Several senior ministers are present at the high-level economic planning session
The prime minister says workload and high public expectations leave him with little time to breathe
Labour market issues top the agenda as the prime minister is set to visit Kuala Lumpur
The prime minister has completed his first official overseas tour since taking office
A packed itinerary includes canal re-excavation, safari park visit and mass tree plantation drive
Since assuming office, the BNP government has been transferring and promoting many officials
