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Published : 11 Dec 2025, 08:32 PM
Following the announcement of the schedule for the February election, BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has described the party as “moderately satisfied”.
After the Election Commissioner announced the parliamentary polls timetable on Thursday, Fakhrul said there may be “minor variations” to what the BNP expected, but he does not consider them “significant”.
“The key point is that the parliamentary election and the referendum on Feb 12, 2026 have been officially announced, which I believe is an extremely significant event in Bangladesh’s political history.
“At the same time, we feel this election will mark the beginning of a new horizon in the country’s democratic history.”
On expectations from the vote, Fakhrul said: “All political parties and candidates should consciously turn this into a festive democratic event.”
Reflecting on the nation’s electoral history, he added: “For the past 15 years, elections have often been a sham, undermining democracy. Today, through the student-led mass uprising, a new opportunity has arisen.
“Through this election, we can form a representative parliament. It is a day of great joy for me. I have never doubted that the election would happen -- the date has been announced, and In Sha Allah, it will take place.”
According to the schedule, announced by Chief Election Commissioner AMM Nasir Uddin in a televised address, nomination papers may be submitted from Dec 12-29 December, with scrutiny from Dec 30 to Jan 4. Withdrawals are allowed until Jan 20, and voting will take place three weeks later.
On seat-sharing and candidate selection, Fakhrul said: “We have not finalised the list yet; preliminary discussions were held, and the final list is almost complete.
“We will appropriately consult those who joined the movement alongside us. We are optimistic that we can participate in the election in unity with those who opposed the previous government.
“Even those joining other parties or alliances will contribute to a neutral, democratic election.”
On reforms, he said: “Political parties have discussed reforms for nearly nine months. Agreement has been reached on several issues, while others will be resolved through the referendum.”
