Since gaining independence in 1971, Bangladesh has had a series of Prime Ministers who have played crucial roles in shaping the nation’s political and economic landscape. This article provides a comprehensive list of the individuals who have served as the Prime Minister of Bangladesh, highlighting their tenures and significant contributions.
Since Bangladesh gained independence in 1971, its political history has been marked by instability. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the first Prime Minister and Awami League founder, initially led the country. The political landscape has since oscillated between Awami League and Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) dominance, with periods of military rule. Sheikh Hasina, daughter of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, has been Prime Minister since January 6, 2009. Her tenure is noted for economic growth, though it has faced criticism for authoritarianism and human rights issues.
Tajuddin Ahmad served as the first Prime Minister of Bangladesh from April 17, 1971, to January 12, 1972. Leading during the crucial period of the country’s independence, he played a key role in the liberation struggle against Pakistan. Ahmad’s leadership was instrumental in the early administration and stabilization of the new nation. His tenure set the foundation for Bangladesh’s political and administrative structure post-independence.
Tarique Rahman is the current Prime Minister of Bangladesh. He also leads the parliament and serves as chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party since 2026. Earlier, he worked as acting chairman from 2018 after his mother Khaleda Zia was jailed. He is the eldest son of former president Ziaur Rahman and remains an important figure in the country’s politics.
Bangladesh has experienced a range of Prime Ministers, each contributing to the country’s political evolution through various leadership styles and periods of instability and reform.
Here is the complete list of Prime Ministers of Bangladesh from 1971 to 2026:
| Name | From | To |
| Tajuddin Ahmad | April 17, 1971 | January 12, 1972 |
| Sheikh Mujibur Rahman | January 12, 1972 | January 25, 1975 |
| Muhammad Mansur Ali | January 25, 1975 | August 15, 1975 |
| Mashiur Rahman | June 29, 1978 | March 12, 1979 |
| Shah Azizur Rahman | April 15, 1979 | March 24, 1982 |
| Ataur Rahman Khan | March 30, 1984 | July 09, 1986 |
| Mizanur Rahman Chowdhury | July 09, 1986 | March 27, 1988 |
| Moudud Ahmed | March 27, 1988 | August 12, 1989 |
| Kazi Zafar Ahmed | August 12, 1989 | December 06, 1990 |
| Khaleda Zia | March 20, 1991 | March 30, 1996 |
| Muhammad Habibur Rahman | March 30, 1996 | June 23, 1996 |
| Sheikh Hasina | June 23, 1996 | July 15, 2001 |
| Latifur Rahman | July 15, 2001 | October 10, 2001 |
| Khaleda Zia | October 10, 2001 | October 29, 2006 |
| Iajuddin Ahmed | October 29, 2006 | January 11, 2007 |
| Fazlul Haque | January 11, 2007 | January 12, 2007 |
| Fakhruddin Ahmed | January 12, 2007 | January 06, 2009 |
| Sheikh Hasina | January 06, 2009 | July 15, 2001 |
| Latifur Rahman (chief adviser, acting equiv.) | July 15, 2001 | October 10, 2001 |
| Iajuddin Ahmed (chief adviser, acting equiv.) | October 29, 2006 | January 12, 2007 |
| Fakhruddin Ahmed (chief adviser, acting equiv.) | January 12, 2007 | January 06, 2009 |
| Sheikh Hasina | January 06, 2009 | August 05, 2024 |
| Muhammad Yunus (chief adviser, post-2024 interim) | August 08, 2024 | February 2026 |
| Tarique Rahman | February 2026 | Present |
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