Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed announced Wednesday that deliberations continue over ordinances enacted during the interim government period, with final determinations expected at a committee meeting scheduled for March 29.

Ahmed spoke following the second day of a special parliamentary committee session at Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban reviewing 133 ordinances issued under interim administration. The review prioritizes constitutional alignment and adherence to the July Charter principles, the minister explained.

Consensus has been achieved on most ordinances, particularly four concerning July protection measures that will proceed to parliament unchanged, according to Salahuddin.

The 133 ordinances are being classified into three groups: those advancing to parliament unmodified, those requiring amendments before presentation, and those lacking consensus that will expire during the current session. The latter may return as fresh legislation if necessary.

Law Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Md Asaduzzaman reported that agreement has been reached on over 120 ordinances, though several significant matters await resolution. Outstanding issues include provisions regarding the Anti-Corruption Commission and Human Rights Commission, which require additional deliberation.

Asaduzzaman expressed confidence the committee would conclude its review at the March 29 meeting before submitting its formal report.

Opposition Whip and Jamaat-e-Islami Assistant Secretary General Rafiqul Islam Khan contested the process, alleging government intentions to eliminate crucial ordinances despite agreement on 115 measures. He specifically cited proposed eliminations affecting referendum provisions, the Anti-Corruption Commission, and the planned police commission.

“We could not reach agreement on referendum matters. We also reject the government’s current proposals concerning the Anti-Corruption Commission and police commission. Approximately 18 to 20 issues still require further discussion,” Khan stated.

Committee Chairman Zainul Abedin dismissed allegations regarding referendum ordinance elimination as inaccurate.

“No such discussion occurred. We proceed according to constitutional requirements, discussing only necessary matters,” Abedin told reporters.

The chairman clarified that unresolved issues will advance directly to parliamentary floor debate for final decisions. The committee is conducting detailed analysis of every matter, with continued deliberations planned for the next session scheduled March 30.

The ordinance review represents a critical juncture as elected government examines emergency measures implemented during the transitional administration period following the July Uprising.