Review moves to final stage
Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed on Wednesday said the review process of 133 ordinances issued during the tenure of the interim government has reached its final stage.
Speaking to reporters after a meeting of a special parliamentary committee, the minister said consensus has already been reached on four ordinances related to the July protection measures, including those granting indemnity and support, which will be placed before Parliament in their current form.
The review process is categorising the ordinances into three distinct groups to determine their parliamentary fate.
“Firstly, some ordinances will be presented as bills in Parliament in their existing form by the respective ministries.
Secondly, certain ordinances will be introduced with necessary amendments. Thirdly, ordinances where consensus cannot be reached will lapse during the current session, but may be reintroduced as fresh bills in a future session,” he explained.
Salahuddin Ahmed emphasised that, in accordance with parliamentary procedures, existing ordinances must be approved before new bills can be passed, ensuring that no legal complications arise during the legislative process.
He also noted that the review is guided by two key principles: the July National Charter and constitutional compliance. “We are giving priority to the July National Charter.
Each bill is being assessed in light of constitutional requirements and public expectations,” the minister said.
While discussions on the majority of ordinances have been completed, further deliberations are still required for some important laws, including the Anti-Corruption Commission Act and the Human Rights Commission Act.
These, Salahuddin Ahmed said, require careful consideration to balance legal integrity with public interest.
The special parliamentary committee is expected to continue its discussions in upcoming meetings before finalising recommendations for Parliament, which will determine which ordinances will be converted into permanent legislation, amended, or allowed to lapse.
Officials said the review process has involved detailed consultations among ministries, legal experts, and parliamentary members to ensure that the ordinances align with both constitutional norms and national priorities.
This approach aims to provide clarity on the legal status of interim government measures and to establish a consistent framework for future legislation.
The Home Minister stressed that the review is crucial for maintaining public trust in the legislative process.
By ensuring that the ordinances comply with constitutional standards and reflect the principles of the July National Charter, the government hopes to strengthen legal accountability and prevent potential disputes over the validity of laws passed under the interim administration.
Lawmakers and experts have welcomed the transparent approach, noting that the categorisation of ordinances into approved, amended, or lapsed groups will help streamline parliamentary business while reducing legal ambiguities.
They said the focus on constitutional compliance and the July National Charter provides a strong guiding framework for the review.
Salahuddin Ahmed’s comments underline the government’s commitment to systematically evaluating interim legislation, addressing both legal and social concerns, and ensuring that Parliament considers each ordinance thoughtfully.
The final recommendations of the special committee are expected to be presented in the coming weeks, paving the way for a more orderly legislative process and clarity on the status of past interim measures.
