Saturday, 12 July, 2025
Bangladesh is likely to hold parliamentary elections between December 2025 and March 2026, according to Chief Advisor’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam.
His announcement on Monday came amid rising speculation and mounting pressure from opposition parties, including the BNP, demanding an early national election under a new political environment.
The country’s political landscape underwent a seismic shift following a mass upsurge against the previous Awami League-led government. Widespread protests, economic instability, and allegations of electoral fraud culminated in an unprecedented political movement that led to the resignation of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Facing intense pressure and mass demonstrations, Hasina fled to India, marking the end of her prolonged tenure and paving the way for an interim administration.
In the wake of these developments, an interim government led by Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus was formed to oversee governance and facilitate fair elections. Yunus, a Nobel laureate and former microfinance pioneer, was appointed to restore political stability and ensure a credible electoral process. His administration has pledged comprehensive electoral reforms to address long-standing concerns over voting integrity and democratic transparency.
Speaking to journalists at a press conference at the Foreign Service Academy in Dhaka on Monday evening, Shafiqul Alam explained the tentative election timeline. He noted that Chief Advisor Yunus had initially proposed two possible timeframes: December 2025 for a quicker transition, provided that political parties agree to minimal reforms, or March 2026 if broader electoral changes are required.
“The chief advisor and other advisors have discussed this extensively. If political parties seek only minor reforms, the election can take place in December 2025. However, if they demand more extensive changes, the vote will likely be held by March 2026,” Alam stated.
He also pointed out logistical concerns, saying, “April to June is not an ideal period for elections due to the seasonal nor’wester storms and heavy rainfall that could disrupt polling activities.”
The announcement has set the stage for intense political negotiations, as opposition groups push for sweeping electoral reforms, while the interim government balances these demands with practical constraints. The coming months are expected to shape the final election roadmap as Bangladesh moves toward a new chapter in its democratic journey.
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Bangladesh is likely to hold parliamentary elections between December 2025 and March 2026, according to Chief Advisor’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam.
His announcement on Monday came amid rising speculation and mounting pressure from opposition parties, including the BNP, demanding an early national election under a new political environment.
The country’s political landscape underwent a seismic shift following a mass upsurge against the previous Awami League-led government. Widespread protests, economic instability, and allegations of electoral fraud culminated in an unprecedented political movement that led to the resignation of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Facing intense pressure and mass demonstrations, Hasina fled to India, marking the end of her prolonged tenure and paving the way for an interim administration.
In the wake of these developments, an interim government led by Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus was formed to oversee governance and facilitate fair elections. Yunus, a Nobel laureate and former microfinance pioneer, was appointed to restore political stability and ensure a credible electoral process. His administration has pledged comprehensive electoral reforms to address long-standing concerns over voting integrity and democratic transparency.
Speaking to journalists at a press conference at the Foreign Service Academy in Dhaka on Monday evening, Shafiqul Alam explained the tentative election timeline. He noted that Chief Advisor Yunus had initially proposed two possible timeframes: December 2025 for a quicker transition, provided that political parties agree to minimal reforms, or March 2026 if broader electoral changes are required.
“The chief advisor and other advisors have discussed this extensively. If political parties seek only minor reforms, the election can take place in December 2025. However, if they demand more extensive changes, the vote will likely be held by March 2026,” Alam stated.
He also pointed out logistical concerns, saying, “April to June is not an ideal period for elections due to the seasonal nor’wester storms and heavy rainfall that could disrupt polling activities.”
The announcement has set the stage for intense political negotiations, as opposition groups push for sweeping electoral reforms, while the interim government balances these demands with practical constraints. The coming months are expected to shape the final election roadmap as Bangladesh moves toward a new chapter in its democratic journey.
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