The Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) on Tuesday met Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar during his visit to Guwahati and submitted a series of complaints ahead of the 2026 Assam Assembly elections.
Rohana Hettiarachchie, Executive Director of People's Action for Free and Fair Elections (PAFFREL), has described Bangladesh's recent national elections as "historic and landmark", while also calling for stronger inclusion and reconciliation efforts in the country's political landscape.
Many expressed optimism about the conduct of the polls and the future of the country. "I came early this time, wishing to vote early. We're hoping that the voting will be free and fair. Hopefully, we will see some good candidates and people who will work for the nation. We'll have a corru
Speaking about the upcoming polls, Tawohidul Haque, Associate Professor and Criminologist,
University of Dhaka noted, "And in a new context, the 13 national elections is going to be held." According to him, the evolving political landscape has opened space for new thinking and engagement.
"It is the prerogative of the state Election Commission on how they would like to conduct the elections, and we have moved an amendment for the same. There is nothing wrong with reverting to a ballot paper. There is no rule against it. We will ensure free and fair elections happen in the
Speaking at the UK parliament, Blackman called on the government to take appropriate action to protect the minorities and ensure free and fair elections.
Election expert Munira Khan said that Bangladeshi people are concerned about the law and order situation in light of the upcoming elections. She expressed optimism for the upcoming polls, saying that they must happen in a free and fair manner.
Bangladesh is facing a crucial test for its democracy as the country prepares for its upcoming national elections for the first time after the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, as per election expert Munira Khan, who describes the polls as the "last chance" to ensure a free and
In the meeting with Under-Secretary, Rahman briefed Hooker about the preparations and arrangements for the upcoming general elections and expressed appreciation for the support of the US to the interim government during its tenure, including for the elections. Hooker responded that the US co
Communal violence has surged in Bangladesh ahead of parliamentary elections, with dozens of incidents reported in December and early January, including killings, assaults and attacks on minorities. A minority rights body expressed concern, saying fear among communities could affect free a
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar's Dhaka visit to attend Khaleda Zia's funeral was seen as a step toward restoring India-Bangladesh dialogue, with former diplomat Suresh K Goel stressing the need for normal political engagement and free, fair elections amid strained ties.
SAD senior leader Daljit Singh Cheema said the party had repeatedly flagged concerns even before polling, but they went unaddressed. "We had expressed our apprehension that the government has no intention of conducting a free and fair election. The State Election Commission has totally su