In the Bangladesh Parliament on April 20, 2026, Opposition Leader Dr. Shafiqul Rahman and Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed engaged in a heated exchange over an adjournment motion under Rule 62 concerning the national energy situation. The Deputy Speaker had earlier rejected two similar motions, citing that the Energy Minister had already delivered a statement under Rule 300. Dr. Rahman argued that the ongoing energy shortage was the most pressing issue in the country and warranted immediate discussion, while the Home Minister questioned the necessity of another debate after the ministerial statement.

The Home Minister maintained that there was no energy or fuel crisis, asserting that price adjustments were made only to prevent smuggling and maintain order. He suggested that the discussion could proceed under Rule 68 without adjourning the session. Dr. Rahman accepted this proposal but requested extended time and the presence of the Leader of the House during the debate. The Deputy Speaker agreed to allow a one-hour discussion under Rule 68, emphasizing the need for a constructive and harmonious parliamentary dialogue.

The exchange highlighted differing perspectives between the government and opposition on the severity of the energy situation and the appropriate parliamentary procedure for addressing it.