BNP’s Overwhelming Win: Should It Raise Alarm?
The landslide victory of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) in the 13th Parliamentary election raises serious questions about the legitimacy and future stability of Bangladesh’s democratic process.
Participation of disabled and minority voters was limited
Although the overall process surrounding the 13th National Parliamentary Election and referendum remained largely peaceful, four civil society organisations have expressed concern over various limitations faced by marginalised communities in exercising their voting rights and the rise in post-election violence. Representatives of the organisations presented their preliminary observations at a joint press conference held at The Westin Hotel in Gulshan, Dhaka.
Rights Group ASK Seeks Restraint Amid Post-Poll Unrest
Ain o Salish Kendra (ASK) on Sunday expressed deep concern over incidents of violence, deaths, and attacks on political opponents following the national election and referendum, calling on political parties to exercise restraint and urging the relevant authorities to ensure accountability.
Experts divided over legality of MPs’ second oath
Legal experts have expressed sharply differing opinions on whether lawmakers can legally take a second oath as members of the Constitutional Reform Council in addition to their parliamentary oath.
Long-Standing Tradition Changes: Cabinet Oath-Taking at South Plaza of Parliament
A new chapter in the country’s political history is set to begin next Tuesday (February 17). Breaking with tradition, the cabinet oath-taking ceremony will be held in the South Plaza of the National Parliament, under the open sky. On the same day in the morning, newly elected members of parliament will also take their oaths at the same location.
At least 3 killed nationwide, over 200 injured, vandalism and looting reported across the country
The BNP and Jamaat have been involved in post-election violence surrounding the 13th National Parliamentary Election, with clashes, attacks, vandalism, and looting reported in various districts across the country. At least three people have been killed and more than two hundred injured.
Sajeeb Wazed Joy Open to Dialogue, Calls Bangladesh Election a Sham
Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s son Sajeeb Wazed Joy has described Bangladesh’s 13th parliamentary election as a “sham,” yet emphasized that the door to dialogue remains open in the greater national interest. In an interview with British broadcaster ITV, he said he is prepared to engage with any political force even if Tarique Rahman assumes the office of Prime Minister.
11-Party Alliance Alleges Manipulation of Election Results
In the 13th National Parliament election, Shafiqul Rahman, Ameer of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, alleged that even though the voting process was “fair,” the results were manipulated through “irregularities and rigging.” He made these claims during a press conference held on Friday night at Jamaat’s central office in Moghbazar, Dhaka, organized on behalf of the 11-party electoral alliance.
Allegation of 10 Percent Vote Rigging by Nahid
Nahid Islam, Convener of the Jatiya Nagorik Party (NCP), has alleged that there was clear manipulation of the results in the 13th National Parliament election.
Narendra Modi Speaks with Tarique Rahman by Phone, Reiterates India’s Continued Support
Narendra Modi on Friday held a telephone conversation with Tarique Rahman, Chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), regarding his party’s decisive victory in the national elections held on Thursday.