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President accepts resignation of Ishraque Hossain

President M. Abdul Hamid has accepted the resignation of Ishraque Hossain from his official position. The development marks a significant change in the government's administrative structure.

LSN Bangladesh · 20 October 2026

President M. Abdul Hamid has formally accepted the resignation submitted by Ishraque Hossain, according to an official announcement. The acceptance of the resignation comes following Hossain's submission of his letter to step down from his role.

Ishraque Hossain, who held the position, had submitted his resignation to the President's office. The reasons behind his decision to step down were not immediately disclosed in official statements.

The acceptance of the resignation is expected to trigger a process for identifying a successor to fill the vacated position. Relevant authorities are likely to begin procedures for appointing a replacement in due course.

This development comes as part of ongoing administrative changes within the government structure. The specific implications of the resignation for ongoing departmental functions and policy initiatives remain to be clarified by relevant officials in the coming days.