Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) A M M Nasir Uddin has announced that the Election Commission (EC) is preparing for the upcoming national election, expected to be held in February 2026. He assured the media that the commission is working transparently and will include everyone eligible in the updated voter list.
EC Taking Full Preparation for February Election
Chief Election Commissioner A M M Nasir Uddin said that the Election Commission is making all necessary preparations to hold the national parliamentary election in February 2026. He spoke to journalists on Wednesday, August 6, at the Election Commission office in Dhaka.
Voter List Will Be Finalized Soon
The CEC shared that updating the voter list is currently the most important task. He informed that the final voter list will be ready by August 3.
He also mentioned that young people who turn 18 years old before a specific date (to be fixed before the election) will also be included in the updated list.
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Election-Related Purchases to Finish by September
CEC Nasir Uddin added that all purchases and logistics related to the election will be completed by September. This includes materials needed to conduct the election smoothly.
EC to Hold Discussions with Media and Stakeholders
He stressed that the commission plans to hold discussions with media and other important stakeholders before the election. This is part of the commission’s plan to ensure a fair and open election process.
Transparency is a Top Priority
The CEC highlighted the importance of transparency and the role of the media in ensuring a credible election. He said:
“একটি নির্বাচনের স্বচ্ছতার জন্য মিডিয়ার ভূমিকাও অনেক গুরুত্বপূর্ণ। আমরা নির্বাচনকে যতটা সম্ভব স্বচ্ছ করতে চাই। আয়নার মতো পরিষ্কার করতে চাই। বিশ্ববাসী দেখুক, আমাদের চেষ্টার কোনো ঘাটতি আছে কি-না। আমরা লুকিয়ে কোনো কাজ করতে চাই না।”
Translation:
“The media plays a very important role in ensuring the transparency of an election. We want to make the election as transparent as possible—clear like a mirror. Let the world see whether there is any lack in our efforts. We do not want to do anything in secret.”
The CEC’s message sends a clear signal that the Election Commission is aiming for an open, transparent, and inclusive election in the coming months.
Source: Dhaka Tribune
