Cabinet Secretary Sheikh Abdur Rashid announced that President Md. Shahabuddin will administer the oath to the new cabinet members in accordance with the constitution. He made the statement on Saturday, February 14, 2026, while speaking to journalists at the Secretariat. The Cabinet Division has completed preparations for the upcoming swearing-in ceremony.

When asked who would conduct the oath, Sheikh Abdur Rashid confirmed that, as per the constitution, the President is responsible for administering it. He also mentioned that around one thousand guests will be invited to attend the ceremony. The preparations indicate that the event will be held with formal arrangements under the supervision of the Cabinet Division.

The announcement clarifies the constitutional process for the formation of the new cabinet and signals that the administrative groundwork for the ceremony is nearly complete.