2,653 Injured, 12 Killed in 700 Election-Related Clashes Across Bangladesh: HRSS
More than 2,653 people were injured and 12 killed in over 700 incidents of election-related violence surrounding Bangladesh’s 13th parliamentary election, according to a report by Human Rights Support Society (HRSS).
Human Rights Situation Worsens in February; Five Killed in Post-Election Clashes, MSF Reports
The human rights situation in Bangladesh deteriorated in February compared to January, according to a recent monitoring report by a human rights organization.
37 Eminent Citizens Call for Effective Measures to Curb Post-Election Violence
Thirty-seven distinguished citizens of the country have expressed deep concern over incidents of post-election violence in various districts and have called for immediate and effective measures to prevent further unrest. On behalf of civil society, they made this appeal to the Election Commission, the government, and all political parties.
‘7 Killed, 350 Injured’ in Post-Election Violence Across the Country
Since the announcement of the 13th Parliamentary election results, the Human Rights and Culture Foundation (MSF) has reported incidents of violence in at least 26 districts across Bangladesh.
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.
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.
Attempt to Snatch Ballot Papers After Crude Bomb Explosion, Voting Suspended
An attempt to carry out an attack was made by detonating crude bombs at the field of the Alinagar School and College polling center in Bhola Sadar upazila. As a result, voting at that center has been temporarily suspended.
Rice Trader, Jubo League Leader Hacked to Death in Trishal Shop
A rice trader was hacked to death inside his shop in Trishal upazila of Mymensingh. After killing him, the assailants left the body inside the shop and closed the shutter before fleeing. He was also the President of Hariram Union Ward No. 6 Jubo League of Trishal upazila.
Election Uncertainty Grows as IPI Calls for Media Freedom and Journalist Safety
International media watchdog organisation the International Press Institute (IPI) has called for ensuring media freedom and the safety of journalists ahead of Bangladesh’s upcoming national parliamentary election. The organisation has issued a warning to political parties, the interim government and election-related authorities to ensure an environment where journalists can work freely and safely. According to IPI, a free and impartial election is not possible without a free media.
Weak Regulation Fuels Election Violence: TIB
Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) on Sunday said that most political parties and candidates contesting the 13th Jatiya Sangsad election continue to practise traditional violent politics, raising serious concerns about the overall electoral environment.