Nazmul Hassan Papon was elected Member of Parliament from Kishoreganj-6 constituency in the 12th National Parliament Elections as the president of Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has become a member of parliament for the fourth time.
Papon has also become Minister for Youth and Sports. A question comes up, if Papon can perform his duties as BCB president.
Until now, Nazmul Hasan Papon had been performing the three major duties of BCB President, Member of Parliament, and Chief Executive of Beximco Group. Since becoming a member of the cabinet, rumors have been circulating about him holding the post of president of the Bangladesh Cricket Board. However, there is no bar to hold two responsibilities at the same time. Papon can remain BCB president until September 2025. Therefore, even though Papon is a minister, he will also serve as the president of BCB for the time being.
It was learned that the ministry has nothing to do with the BCB president's duties. Earlier also some ministers served as BCB president. So Papon can continue his duty in the same way.
BCB boss also confirmed the matter on Thursday before taking oath at the Bangabhaban.
“The first thing is that it has nothing to do with the resignation as BCB president. Earlier, we had many ministers who served as the president of BCB, also in abroad. That is not the issue. I already wanted this to be my last term,” Papon said.
“The term is next year again. But I will try to finish the term this year. ICC also has some rules. I am in several of their committees, I am also the chairman, and they don't change it again. They don't give it to someone new. You can see Sri Lanka condition. They have to finish their term. I think I would try to finish this year.” he added.