Prime Minister Tarique Rahman formally began his duties at the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) in Tejgaon on Saturday, marking his first day at the office since assuming power.
He arrived at the PMO at 10:10 am, where he was received by Principal Secretary ABM Abdus Sattar and Additional Press Secretary Atikur Rahman Rumon.
Before entering the main building, the prime minister exchanged greetings with officials and employees, including staff who had served during the tenure of former prime minister Khaleda Zia.
Witnesses said he spoke warmly with several long-serving employees, addressing many of them by name.
As part of the day’s programme, Tarique Rahman planted a golden champa sapling on the PMO premises and offered special prayers, expressing gratitude to Almighty Allah.
His defence adviser, Brigadier General (retd) Dr AKM Shamsul Islam, and other senior officials were present at the time.
Later in the day, the prime minister unveiled commemorative postage stamps issued to mark Shaheed Day and International Mother Language Day 2026.
Officials said the activities symbolised the start of the new government’s work and its commitment to national heritage and public service.
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