Attack on Hadi is isolated incident, will not affect polls: CEC

Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) A M M Nasir Uddin has described the attack on Inqilab Mancha Spokesperson Sharif Osman Hadi as an isolated incident, saying it will have no impact on the upcoming elections.

Speaking at an event in the capital's Tejgaon on Monday (December 15), the CEC said, “The attack on Hadi is isolated and not new in Bangladesh. It will not affect the elections. The Election Commission is fully prepared, and there is no cause for concern.”

Comparing the current situation with 2024, he added, “People can now sleep peacefully. Law enforcement agencies are ready, and the election will be conducted smoothly at the scheduled time.”

Highlighting the role of youth, he said, “The dream of a new Bangladesh depends on the strength of our youth. This election is historic, with both postal and general voting. With youth participation alongside the Election Commission’s measures, conducting a free, fair, and credible election will be easier.”