EC gazettes BNP’s Sarowar Alamgir as Chattogram-2 MP

The Election Commission today published a gazette declaring BNP candidate Sarowar Alamgir as the elected member of parliament from Chattogram-2, following a High Court verdict.

The gazette, signed by EC Deputy Secretary Mohammad Manir Hossain, confirmed Alamgir’s name, address, and constituency details as the official winner.

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Alamgir had secured victory in the 13th national election held on February 12 with a margin of nearly 70,000 votes. However, the announcement was delayed due to legal issues surrounding his candidacy.

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HC clears way for Sarowar Alamgir to take oath as Ctg-2 MP

Earlier in the day, the High Court declared the EC’s rejection of Alamgir’s nomination paper illegal, clearing the way for him to take oath as a lawmaker.

EC officials said a letter is now being prepared for the parliament secretariat to proceed with the next steps.