133 Ordinances Issued By the Interim Government

Riaz Osmani

30 March 2026

This article presents a list of 133 ordinances issued by Bangladesh’s previous interim government, along with brief descriptions of each. These have been placed before the country’s new parliament on the very first day of its first session. The aim is to pass them into law within 30 days; otherwise, they will automatically lapse. It must be noted that these matters do not fall under the July Charter. Even where some items may technically fall within its scope, they do not constitute constitutional reform.

Source: The Daily Star and Gemini

1. ​Bangladesh Bank (Amendment) Ordinance, 2024: Increasing autonomy and redefining board powers to control inflation.
2. ​Zila Parishad (Amendment), 2024: Provisions for removing chairmen/members and appointing administrators in special situations.
3. ​Upazila Parishad (Amendment), 2024: Allowing government officials to act as administrators in the absence of chairmen.
4. ​Local Government (City Corporation) (Amendment), 2024: Rules for removing mayors/councillors and appointing administrators to break stagnation.
5. ​Local Government (Paurashava) (Amendment), 2024: Legal basis for replacing elected representatives with government administrators.
6. ​Sheikh Hasina National Youth Development Institute (Amendment), 2024: Renaming the institution and restructuring administration.
7. ​Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (Amendment), 2024: Reducing direct government intervention in fuel pricing; increasing commission powers.
8. ​Special Security Force (Amendment), 2024: Cancelling lifelong special security for the former Prime Minister’s family.
9. ​Father of the Nation’s Family Members’ Security (Repeal), 2024: Fully repealing the law providing special security/benefits to Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s family.
10. ​Water Supply and Sewerage Authority (WASA) (Amendment), 2024: Reforms for MD appointments and accountability.
11. ​Maximum Age Limit for Direct Recruitment, 2024: Setting the entry age for government/autonomous jobs at 32 years.
12. ​National Parliament Secretariat (Interim Special Provisions), 2024: Special administrative measures for the Secretariat after the dissolution of Parliament.
13. ​Expatriate Employment and Migrants (Amendment), 2024: Simplifying overseas recruitment and increasing agent accountability.
14. ​International Crimes Tribunal (Amendment), 2024: Legal power to trial July killings and allow trials of political parties.
15. ​Quick Enhancement of Electricity and Energy Supply (Special Provisions) (Repeal), 2024: Repealing the controversial “Indemnity” law.
16. ​National Human Rights Commission (Amendment), 2024: Increasing effectiveness and neutrality in appointments.
17. ​Bangladesh Law Officers (Amendment), 2024: Redefining recruitment and criteria for government lawyers (PP, GP).
18. ​VAT and Supplementary Duty (Amendment), 2025: Simplifying VAT collection and duty exemptions on certain products.
19. ​The Excises and Salt (Amendment), 2025: Amending old laws to protect salt farmers and excise revenue.
20. ​Supreme Court Judges Appointment, 2025: Introducing merit-based transparency over political considerations.
21. ​International Crimes (Tribunals) (Amendment), 2025: Applying modern evidence laws and increasing transparency.
22. ​Certain Laws Related to Universities (Amendment), 2025: Stopping partisan politics and new VC appointment guidelines.
23. ​Sheikh Russel Rural Development Academy (Amendment), 2025: Renaming and amending the operational scope.
24. ​Sheikh Hasina Rural Development Academy (Amendment), 2025: Renaming the Jamalpur academy and board restructuring.
25. ​Bangabandhu Poverty Alleviation & Rural Development Academy (Amendment), 2025: Reform and neutral management of the Gopalganj institution.
26. ​Bangabandhu Science & Tech Fellowship Trust (Amendment), 2025: Stricter merit-based selection for fellowships.
27. ​Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Novotheatre (Amendment), 2025: Name correction and administrative reform.
28. ​Prevention of Oppression Against Women and Children (Amendment), 2025: Speeding up trials and adding victim protection clauses.
29. ​BSMMU (Amendment), 2025: Changes to research and administrative structure at the medical university.
30. ​Sheikh Hasina Medical University, Khulna (Amendment), 2025: Renaming and new academic guidelines.
31. ​Bangamata Sheikh Fojilatunnesa Mujib Medical University (Amendment), 2025: Administrative reform and renaming of the Sylhet hospital.
32. ​Abandoned Property (Supplementary Provisions) (Amendment), 2025: Evicting illegal occupants and fair distribution of property.
33. ​Public Procurement (Amendment), 2025: Mandatory e-tendering and breaking syndicates.
34. ​Government Audit Ordinance, 2025: Increasing CAG powers and ensuring transparency.
35. ​Code of Civil Procedure (Amendment), 2025: Simplifying procedures to reduce case backlogs.
36. ​Bank Resolution Ordinance, 2025: Legal framework for rescuing or merging bankrupt banks.
37. ​International Crimes (Tribunals) (Second Amendment), 2025: Increasing transparency and defense rights.
38. ​Anti-Terrorism (Amendment), 2025: Stricter punishment for militant financing and digital terror.
39. ​Grameen Bank (Amendment), 2025: New policies for the board and interest rate regulation.
40. ​Delimitation of Constituencies (Amendment), 2025: Simplifying boundary redrawing based on population.
41. ​Revenue Policy & Management, 2025: New integrated framework for NBR tax and duty collection.
42. ​Cyber Security Ordinance, 2025: Amending harsh sections to ensure freedom of expression.
43. ​Government Service (Amendment), 2025: Reducing political influence in promotions and transfers.
44. ​Bangabandhu Sportsmen’s Welfare Foundation (Amendment), 2025: Equality in athlete grants and name change.
45. ​Finance Ordinance, 2025: New guidelines for budget and tariff structures.
46. ​National Freedom Fighters Council (Amendment), 2025: Verifying lists to remove “fake” fighters and protect genuine ones.
47. ​July Uprising Martyrs’ Families & Warriors Welfare, 2025: Legal guarantee for rehabilitation and state honors.
48. ​Appropriation (Supplementary) Ordinance, 2025: Legal approval for additional government expenditure.
49. ​Appropriation Ordinance, 2025: Ensuring balanced distribution of funds to specific sectors.
50. ​Certain Laws Related to Finance (Amendment), 2025: Modernizing multiple commercial and financial laws.
51. ​Protection and Conservation of Fish (Amendment), 2025: Banning current nets and increasing penalties.
52. ​Legal Aid Services (Amendment), 2025: Expanding free legal aid for the poor.
53. ​Code of Criminal Procedure (Amendment), 2025: Speeding up criminal investigations and trials.
54. ​Government Service (Second Amendment), 2025: New accountability and pension policies for employees.
55. ​Maheshkhali Integrated Development Authority, 2025: Forming an autonomous body for the deep-sea port.
56. ​Voter List (Amendment), 2025 (Ref. 2015): Simplifying the process for voter inclusion.
57. ​National Sports Council (Amendment), 2025: Removing party influence from sports federations.
58. ​Code of Criminal Procedure (Second Amendment), 2025: Modernizing arrest and remand provisions.
59. ​Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) (Amendment), 2025: Making one-stop services more effective.
60. ​Local Government (City Corp) (Amendment), 2025: Redefining administrator terms/powers.
61. ​Local Government (Paurashava) (Amendment), 2025: Special measures for grassroot citizen services.
62. ​Local Government (City Corp) (Second Amendment), 2025: Introducing modern tax management.
63. ​Revenue Policy & Management (Amendment), 2025: Launching taxpayer-friendly automation.
64. ​Local Government (Union Parishad) (Amendment), 2025: Improving coordination between secretaries and administrators.
65. ​Gazipur Digital University (Amendment), 2025: Renaming and IT-focused curriculum.
66. ​Upazila Parishad (Amendment), 2025: Increasing local level budget and spending powers.
67. ​Election Commission Secretariat (Amendment), 2025: Making the EC Secretariat fully independent from the executive.
68. ​Election Officers (Special Provisions) (Amendment), 2025: Protection and strict punishment for election officials.
69. ​Certain Laws Related to Finance (Second Amendment), 2025: Stricter clauses to prevent tax evasion.
70. ​International Crimes (Tribunals) (Third Amendment), 2025: Applying international standards for evidence.
71. ​Cyber Security (Amendment), 2025: Special clauses for protecting women and children online.
72. ​Civil Courts (Amendment), 2025: Increasing the financial jurisdiction of lower court judges.
73. ​Representation of the People (Amendment), 2025: Amending the RPO for transparent elections.
74. ​VAT (Second Amendment), 2025: Permanent measures to lower VAT on daily essentials.
75. ​Customs (Amendment), 2025: Speeding up and digitizing port clearance.
76. ​Income Tax (Amendment), 2025: Increasing the tax-free income threshold.
77. ​National Data Management Ordinance, 2025: Central database and security for government data.
78. ​Personal Data Protection, 2025: Stiff penalties for leaking citizens’ personal info.
79. ​National Human Rights Commission Ordinance, 2025: Power to file cases directly in rights violation incidents.
80. ​July Uprising Memorial Museum Ordinance, 2025: Establishing a museum to preserve uprising history.
81. ​Deposit Protection Ordinance, 2025: Increasing bank deposit insurance from 5 lakh.
82. ​Bangladesh Labor (Amendment), 2025: Trade union formation and improving work environments.
83. ​Organ Transplantation Ordinance, 2025: Simplifying organ donation and stopping illegal trade.
84. ​Referendum Ordinance, 2025: Provisions for direct public voting on major national issues.
85. ​Barishal Development Authority (BDA), 2025: Formation for planned city growth.
86. ​Mymensingh Development Authority (MDA), 2025: Formation and modern urbanization.
87. ​Rangpur Development Authority (RDA), 2025: Formation and infrastructure development.
88. ​Spatial Planning Ordinance, 2025: National master plan for land use.
89. ​Supreme Court Secretariat Ordinance, 2025: Formation of an independent, strong secretariat for the judiciary.
90. ​Prevention of Disappearances Ordinance, 2025: Defining “disappearance” as a crime against humanity.
91. ​National Human Rights Commission (Amendment), 2025: Ensuring autonomy in investigations.
92. ​Representation of the People Order (Second Amendment), 2025: Simplifying online nomination filing/verification.
93. ​Police Commission Ordinance, 2025: Independent commission to depoliticize the police.
94. ​Foreign Donations (Amendment), 2025: Simplifying and making NGO donation processes transparent.
95. ​Direct Recruitment Age Limit (Amendment), 2025: Amending BCS attempt limits.
96. ​Anti-Corruption Commission (Amendment), 2025: Enhancing search committees for ACC appointments.
97. ​Smoking and Tobacco Products (Amendment), 2025: Higher fines for public smoking.
98. ​Commercial Court Ordinance, 2026: Special courts for fast business dispute resolution.
99. ​Civil Aviation (Amendment), 2026: Improving airspace security and passenger services.
100. ​Bangladesh Travel Agency (Registration) (Amendment), 2026: Protecting pilgrims and tourists from fraud.
101. ​Registration (Amendment) Ordinance, 2026: Digitizing land registration.
102. ​Human Trafficking Prevention, 2026: Death penalty and asset confiscation for traffickers.
103. ​Prevention of Disappearances (Amendment), 2026: Special teams for identifying perpetrators.
104. ​Legal Aid Services (Second Amendment), 2026: Support for post-case legal proceedings.
105. ​Forest and Tree Conservation, 2026: Protecting forests and evicting illegal occupiers.
106. ​Wildlife (Protection and Security), 2026: Stopping rare species smuggling and protecting animals.
107. ​Bangladesh Building Regulatory Authority, 2026: Safety oversight body for construction and RAJUK.
108. ​Haor and Wetland Conservation, 2026: Stiff rules against filling up natural water bodies.
109. ​Land Use Control and Agricultural Land Protection, 2026: Banning factories on fertile farmland.
110. ​RAJUK Ordinance, 2026: Ensuring transparency and accountability in the capital development authority.
111. ​Barishal Development Authority (Amendment), 2026: Administrative coordination/reform.
112. ​Mymensingh Development Authority (Amendment), 2026: Updating the city master plan.
113. ​Rangpur Development Authority (Amendment), 2026: Planned urbanization in North Bengal.
114. ​Supreme Court Secretariat (Amendment), 2026: Budget and manpower management.
115. ​July Uprising (Protection and Accountability), 2026: Protecting protesters and ensuring accountability of offenders.
116. ​Microfinance Bank Ordinance, 2026: Banking licenses for micro-credit institutions.
117. ​Private Export Processing Zones (Repeal), 2026: Cancelling certain unused EPZ contracts.
118. ​Protection and Conservation of Fish (Amendment), 2026: Protection of marine resources.
119. ​Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (Amendment), 2026: Stopping party politics in cultural activities.
120. ​Personal Data Protection (Amendment), 2026: Rules for international data exchange in trade.
121. ​Registration (Second Amendment), 2026: Re-fixing fees and licenses for deed writers.
122. ​Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulation (Amendment), 2026: Balancing BTRC powers.
123. ​Dhaka Central University Ordinance, 2026: New public university in the capital.
124. ​Private Teachers Retirement Benefits (Amendment), 2026: Ensuring fast payment of retirement allowances.
125. ​Private Teachers Welfare Trust (Amendment), 2026: Grants for teachers in financial crisis.
126. ​National Sports Council (Amendment), 2026: Transparency in sports budgets.
127. ​Right to Information (Amendment), 2026: Fines for officials refusing to provide info.
128. ​Bangladesh Gas (Amendment), 2026: Home gas connections and prepaid meters.
129. ​Cumilla Development Authority (CDA), 2026: Planned infrastructure for Cumilla.
130. ​Narayanganj Development Authority (NDA), 2026: Master plan for industrial Narayanganj.
131. ​Negotiable Instruments (Amendment), 2026: Fast disposal of cheque dishonor cases.
132. ​House Building Finance Corporation (Amendment), 2026: Low-interest housing loans.
133. ​Bangladesh Forest Industries Dev. Corp, 2026: Developing wood furniture and rubber industries.