Senior leaders and others involved in the nomination process cited several reasons for the shortfall

He expressed the hope that international observers would be present to ensure the integrity of the electoral process in Bangladesh

The BNP is preparing to announce candidates for around 200 constituencies and kick off its election campaign within a month, ahead of the national polls planned for February.

Over 94 percent of respondents in a survey said they are interested in casting votes if the 13th national election is held next year.

Ignoring its own constitution, the BNP has begun selecting nominees for the upcoming national election through surveys conducted by its central leadership, a move that has left many grassroots leaders anxious and dissatisfied.

Leaders accuse govt of bowing to external pressure

The BNP has decided to launch a countrywide campaign in mid-October to improve its public image, counter opposition narratives and reassure voters of its commitment to reforms ahead of the national election scheduled for February.

They also urged political parties to set aside their divisions and reach consensus on implementing proposed reforms

The Election Commission yesterday published the draft list of polling centres for the upcoming 13th national election, setting the figure at 42,618.

With the national election approaching, police have sped up the process of identifying officers who played “commanding roles” in the three previous controversial polls or had strong political affiliations during that period.

The BNP has said it will not support any constitutional reforms before the national election in February 2026, arguing that such changes must be made by the next parliament.

Those who are working to prevent the election should question themselves as to how the people will be empowered without one.

The Election Commission has proposed stricter amendments to the election law, including a provision barring fugitives from contesting national polls.

Parties should support Yunus’s stance on polls in February

Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus yesterday reaffirmed his commitment to holding the 13th national election in the first half of February next year.

Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus will hold separate meetings today with the BNP, Jamaat-e-Islami, and National Citizen Party to discuss the current political situation and the upcoming election.

The official election timetable to be released in the first half of December this year

Delimitation, voter list and party registration among 24 key tasks ahead of February 2026 vote

As the Election Commission prepares for the next general elections, Chief Election Commissioner AMM Nasir Uddin yesterday said he would step down from his position if he’s asked to act under government orders.

‘No pressure yet from govt, will resign if it comes,’ he says