On Sunday morning, Asif Mahmud wrote on Facebook, “We are preparing to form a shadow cabinet. The shadow cabinet will act as a watchdog to ensure transparency and accountability and to oversee overall activities.”What is a shadow cabinet? A shadow cabinet typically consists of opposition members assigned to “shadow” each government ministry. In the United Kingdom, the shadow cabinet regularly monitors government activities and ensures accountability by questioning ministers in Parliament. Analysts note that a shadow cabinet serves as a vital mechanism for ensuring accountability within the democratic process.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 15, 2026 09:00 UTC