National Citizen Party (NCP) Convenor Nahid Islam, has been nominated as the opposiiton party chief whip of the 13th National Parliament. Role of the chief whip and whipsIn a parliamentary democracy, the chief whip and whips play a crucial role in maintaining party discipline in the legislature. Ensuring attendance: Making sure party MPs attend sessions, and recalling members to the chamber if quorum is at risk. Coordinating votes: Securing the presence of party MPs and ensuring voting aligns with party positions on important bills or motions. Status and benefitsBy law, the chief whip and Whips are granted special status and state facilities:

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 17, 2026 16:44 UTC