The new government of Bangladesh has intensified monitoring of attendance and punctuality among public officials, aiming to improve administrative efficiency. Following directives from the Cabinet Division and the Ministry of Public Administration, all ministries, departments, and field administrations have been instructed to ensure that employees arrive and leave offices on time. Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s own punctuality and regular presence at the Secretariat have reportedly inspired government staff to follow suit.

Officials across ministries have confirmed that digital attendance machines, previously underused, are now being reactivated and updated with employee IDs. The Ministry of Public Administration has also issued an 11-point directive emphasizing energy conservation, office cleanliness, and mandatory presence in offices between 9:00 and 9:40 a.m. Employees have expressed that the Prime Minister’s discipline has motivated them to maintain regular attendance and improve work pace.

The government expects these measures to restore discipline and enhance productivity across the public sector, with digital attendance systems helping to ensure transparency and accountability in daily operations.