Parliamentary special committee begins work to address energy crisis. Photo: Jatiya Sangsad Verified Facebook Page

DHAKA, May 3, 2026 (BSS) - The first meeting of a special committee of the 13th Jatiya Sangsad was held today to devise effective measures and formulate recommendations to address the country's prevailing energy situation.

The meeting, held at the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban here, was chaired by Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Iqbal Hassan Mahmood.

State Minister Aninda Islam Amit, Whip A.B.M. Ashraf Uddin (Nizan) Whip Miah Nuruddin Ahmad Apu, Moinul Islam Khan, Md. Nurul Islam, Md. Abdul Baten, Md. Abul Hasnat and Mohammad Abul Hasan, among others, attended the meeting.

At the outset, the ministry made a presentation on the overall energy situation, outlining the existing crisis, challenges and measures taken by the government. The committee expressed satisfaction over the steps taken.

The meeting also held detailed discussions and reviews on various aspects of the ongoing energy situation. 

Committee members offered their views and recommendations, which are expected to play an important role in determining future courses of action.

The secretary of the Energy and Mineral Resources Division, the secretary of the Bangladesh Jatiya Sangsad Secretariat and other concerned officials were present at the meeting.