Advisor Rizwana has stated that the interim government is "considering" whether to adhere strictly to the constitution under the current "unusual circumstances"

Environment Advisor Syeda Rizwana Hasan stated that the interim government is considering whether to follow the constitutional process regarding the resignation or removal of President Mohammed Shahabuddin, given the "unusual circumstances" following the Awami League government's fall. 

Briefing reporters on the Advisory Council meeting held Thursday, Rizwana emphasized, "This is primarily a political issue aiming at consensus. Political parties need to clarify their positions and address those engaging in ‘mob lynching.’" She explained that the country is not operating under "normal" conditions, and therefore, it is uncertain if strictly following the constitution is feasible in the present context.

The impeachment or removal of the president requires the support of two-thirds of Members of Parliament (MPs), but with parliament dissolved, this option is no longer viable. Legal experts recently pointed out that the president could only reinstate parliament under wartime conditions. Additionally, there is no constitutional provision to seek a Supreme Court opinion on this matter, as any clarification must be sought by the president himself in case of legal ambiguities. Security has been heightened around the presidential palace, with police, the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB), Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), and additional army units setting up multiple barricades.

Rizwana clarified, “This is a political dialogue, not a legal or constitutional one.” She also highlighted that while there is no immediate timeline for a resolution, the decision process cannot be indefinitely delayed given the strong public demand for clarity. "The duration of this process depends on political parties’ responses, our discussions with them, and whether their concerns are real. We’re not rushing, but prolonged uncertainty isn’t an option,” she added.