The opposition has proposed a parliamentary discussion on the expiry of the water-sharing treaty with India, scheduled to expire on December 12, 2026, and called for effective measures to protect Bangladesh’s national water security and interests.
Jamaat MP Mir Ahmad Bin Quasem, elected from Dhaka-14, submitted the proposal under Rule 147 of the Rules of Procedure of Parliament, seeking a review of the situation and discussions on the necessary steps to safeguard the country's interests.
Under the same rule, Jamaat parliamentary party spokesperson Muhammad Nazibur Rahman proposed a general discussion on the ongoing labour unrest, energy crisis and other structural challenges facing the country's ready-made garment (RMG) sector, as well as ways to realise its potential.
Nazibur, elected from Pabna-1, informed the media of the proposals on Monday.
If admitted under Rule 147, the proposals will be discussed in Parliament. The Speaker has the authority to determine the duration of the discussions.
Meanwhile, Jamaat submitted two more proposals for discussion under Rule 68.
Jamaat MP Md Shafiqul Islam, elected from Patuakhali-2, proposed that the government take immediate and visible measures to address shortages of fertiliser for farmers in different parts of the country, allegations of fertiliser being sold at inflated prices on the black market, irregularities in the distribution system, and alleged corruption and politicisation in the appointment of fertiliser dealers.
Jamaat MP elected from Kurigram-3 Md Mahbubul Alam proposed a discussion on the government's failure to control abnormal price hikes of LPG and other fuel products, the alleged failure to follow public hearing and legal procedures in fixing prices, and the sale of fuel at rates higher than officially determined prices.
Nazibur also said three more proposals would be submitted under Rule 68.
Leader of the Opposition Dr Shafiqur Rahman is expected to propose a discussion on the Prime Minister's visit to Japan and the Matarbari deep-sea port.
Jamaat MP Mohammed Kamal Hossain, elected from Dhaka-5, will propose a discussion on passenger harassment and mismanagement at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, while Mir Quasem will propose a discussion on the Rohingya crisis.
If admitted under Rule 68, each proposal is generally taken up for a one-hour discussion in Parliament.