Bangladesh’s Chief Election Commissioner (CEC), AMM Nasir Uddin, has expressed confidence that national elections can proceed despite ongoing concerns about law and order. In a recent statement, the CEC acknowledged the rise in violent crimes, such as murders and muggings, but emphasized that the Election Commission is actively preparing for the polls, aiming to finalize arrangements by December 2025. The interim government’s neutrality, he noted, supports a fair electoral process.
The current security situation has sparked debate, with political figures, including those from the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), attributing the increase in violence to the absence of an elected government. To address these concerns, police are conducting background checks on potential candidates and identifying high-risk polling centers among the 47,000 planned nationwide. These measures aim to ensure a peaceful election.
With the interim government under pressure to curb violence and implement reforms, the Election Commission’s efforts focus on creating a secure and transparent voting environment. The success of these preparations will be key to addressing public concerns and advancing Bangladesh’s democratic process.
Published in SouthAsianDesk, July 14th, 2025
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