Mohammed Shahabuddin facts for kids
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Mohammed Shahabuddin
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মোহাম্মদ সাহাবুদ্দিন
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Shahabuddin in 2023
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| 16th President of Bangladesh | |
| Assumed office 24 April 2023 |
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| Prime Minister |
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| Preceded by | Mohammad Abdul Hamid |
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| Born | 10 December 1949 Pabna, East Bengal, Pakistan |
| Nationality | Bangladeshi |
| Political party | Bangladesh Awami League |
| Spouse |
Rebecca Sultana
(m. 1972) |
| Children | Arshad Adnan |
| Parents | Sharfuddin Ansari (father) Khairunnessa (mother) |
| Residence | Bangabhaban |
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| Nickname | Chuppu |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  Bangladesh |
| Branch/service |  Mukti Bahini |
| Unit | Mujib Bahini |
| Battles/wars | Bangladesh Liberation War |
Mohammed Shahabuddin (born 10 December 1949), also known as Chuppu, is a Bangladeshi lawyer, government official, and politician. He is the 16th and current president of Bangladesh. He became president in 2023.
He was the only candidate for president from the Awami League party. Before becoming president, Shahabuddin worked as a judge. He also served as a commissioner for the Anti-Corruption Commission from 2011 to 2016.
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Early Life and Education
Mohammed Shahabuddin was born on 10 December 1949. His birthplace was the Jubilee Tank area in Shivrampur, Pabna District. This area was part of East Bengal, Dominion of Pakistan at the time. Today, it is part of Bangladesh. His parents were Sharfuddin Ansari and Khairunnessa.
Shahabuddin first went to Pabna's Purbatan Gandhi School. Later, he joined Radhanagar Majumdar Academy. He finished his secondary school exams there in 1966. He then studied at Govt. Edward College, Pabna. He earned his bachelor's degree in 1972. In 1974, he received a master's degree in psychology from the University of Rajshahi. He then earned a law degree (LLB) in 1975 from Shahid Aminuddin Law College.
Career Highlights
Shahabuddin was an important student leader in the Awami League party. This was during the late 1960s and early 1970s. He led student groups at Pabna Edward College and in Pabna District.
He was a freedom fighter in the Bangladesh Liberation War. After the death of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in 1975, Shahabuddin was put in prison for three years.
In 1982, Shahabuddin began his career as a judge. He worked his way up to become a District and Sessions Judge. This is a very high position in Bangladesh's judicial system. He was also elected to lead the Judicial Service Association in 1995 and 1996.
The government asked him to help with the trial of those who killed Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. He also served as an Election Commissioner for the Awami League's National Council in 2022.
Presidency
Election to President
The Awami League party chose Mohammed Shahabuddin as their candidate for president. On 12 February 2023, he submitted his application. He was the only person to apply for the presidential election.
Because he was the only candidate, he was officially elected as the 22nd president of Bangladesh. This happened on 13 February 2023. The Chief Election Commissioner, Kazi Habibul Awal, announced the result.
Inauguration Ceremony
Shahabuddin became the 22nd President of Bangladesh on 24 April 2023. The ceremony took place at the Bangabhaban, which is the official residence of the president.
The Speaker of the Jatiya Sangsad (Parliament), Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury, gave him the oath of office. Many important people attended, including Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and Chief Justice Hasan Foez Siddique. After the ceremony, Shahabuddin and the previous president, Mohammad Abdul Hamid, officially exchanged their positions.
Presidential Tenure
In December 2023, President Shahabuddin sent back a new Labour Bill to Parliament. He asked them to reconsider it.
Resignation of Sheikh Hasina
On 5 August 2024, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned from her position. This happened after a large public movement. President Shahabuddin addressed the nation on the same day. He confirmed that Sheikh Hasina had resigned.
He then started meeting with political leaders. The goal was to discuss forming a temporary government. He also dissolved the parliament. He ordered the release of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia from house arrest.
On 6 August, President Shahabuddin made changes in the Bangladesh Army. He is the Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces. He appointed Syed Refaat Ahmed as the new Chief Justice on 10 August.
Foreign Visits
President Shahabuddin has made several trips to other countries. These trips are important for Bangladesh's relationships with other nations.
Personal Life
Mohammed Shahabuddin married Rebecca Sultana in November 1972. Rebecca Sultana used to work as a joint secretary for the government of Bangladesh. She also taught at Primeasia University. She helped start an organization called Friends for Children.
Together, they have a son named Arshad Adnan. Their son has produced several films in Bangladesh.
Legacy
In 2020, the Pabna Municipality built a park. They named it "Bir Muktijoddha Mohammad Sahabuddin Chuppu Amusement Park." This was done to honor him.
See also
In Spanish: Shahabuddin Chuppu para niños
- List of international presidential trips made by Mohammed Shahabuddin
