As the calls for President Mohammed Shahabuddin's resignation intensify, key questions arise: How could he resign, and who would administer the oath if a new president is appointed? Constitutional experts suggest that, given the current political turmoil, a consensus between political leaders and the interim government will be necessary to determine the next steps.

Dr. Shahdeen Malik, a constitutional expert, explained that*, "Parliament

could have impeached the president under the existing constitutional

provisions. However, since the parliament was dissolved following the change of

government, that option is no longer available." He added that although

the president could submit his resignation to the Speaker, this is currently

not feasible because the Speaker has already resigned, and the Deputy Speaker

is in jail.

Despite widespread calls for the president's resignation following controversy over

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation, Dr. Malik emphasized that the

constitutional framework offers no clear pathway for such a move. With

parliament dissolved, the mechanisms for resignation or removal of the

president are legally and constitutionally blocked.

"However, after the departure of the previous dictatorial regime, not everything is

functioning according to constitutional norms. As a result, the relevance of

strict constitutional adherence has diminished. The government could take steps

to remove the president based on public sentiment," Dr. Malik noted.

The demand for the president's resignation escalated after his controversial

remarks, in which he stated that he had no documentary proof of Sheikh Hasina's

resignation. Hasina, the ousted prime minister, fled to India on 5 August in the

face of widespread protests, sparking public unrest.

Barrister Jyotirmoy Barua, a Supreme Court lawyer, highlighted that any resignation by

the president, or vacancy in the office, will likely be resolved through

political consensus. "The current government operates based on public

aspirations. Therefore, any decision regarding the president's resignation or

the appointment of a successor will reflect public sentiment during this

period," Barua said.

He further pointed out that questions may arise regarding the procedure for the

president's resignation and the subsequent administration of the oath to a new

president. However, in the current political climate, such decisions will

likely be guided by the will of the people and political agreements.

According to a conversation published in *Manab Zamin's* political magazine *Janatar

Chokh* on 20 October, President Sahabuddin commented on Hasina's resignation,

stating, "Perhaps she didn't get the time." He further noted, "I

have heard that she has resigned. However, I do not have any documentary proof.

Despite trying hard, I couldn't obtain it," during an interview with

*Manab Zamin* Chief Editor Matiur Rahman Chowdhury.

On Monday, Law, Justice, and Parliamentary Adviser Asif Nazrul accused the

president of lying about not receiving Sheikh Hasina's resignation letter,

calling it a violation of his oath.