Ishraq Hossain has called on the Ministry of Local Government to arrange his swearing-in as the elected mayor of Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC). Speaking at a press conference, he set a one-month deadline for the ministry to take necessary action. Meanwhile, his supporters have locked all the gates of the DSCC headquarters, Nagar Bhaban, in protest. Today marks the third consecutive day of demonstrations under the banner Dhakabashi, demanding that Ishraq be allowed to assume office.