Bangladesh’s parliamentary polls close, now counting begins

Bangladesh has completed balloting in the general election and concurrent referendum without major clashes, with counting now under way across the country.

The Election Commission reported turnout of around 48 percent by 2pm, based on results from 36,031 of 43,000 centres.

Officials estimate the final turnout could reach 55–60 percent.

Polls were open from 7:30am to 4:30pm, with those already inside centres allowed to cast ballots beyond the deadline.