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A Reuters analysis describes the 13th National Parliamentary Election as a significant turning point in Bangladesh’s political history, noting that for the first time Gen Z voters could play a decisive role in shaping the outcome. Nearly one-quarter of the electorate is under the age of 30, and their political awareness, participation in street movements and demand for change have given this election added significance.
A public opinion survey published by Eminence Associates for Social Development, EASD, ahead of the upcoming 13th National Parliamentary Election, indicates that the BNP-led alliance could secure the highest number of seats. According to the survey, the BNP alliance could win about 208 seats, while the Jamaat-e-Islami-led alliance's probable seat count is 46. Additionally, Jatiya Party could win 3 seats, other parties 4, and independent candidates could win 17 seats. It also highlighted that 22 constituencies could witness close contests.
Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman addressed the nation in a televised speech aired on Bangladesh Television on Monday, February 9, at 6:15pm. In his address, he said change would shut the doors to wrongdoing and prevent the deprivation of people’s rights, but a vested group was opposing this change.
A 96-hour ban has been imposed on all types of public meetings, processions, and rallies both before and after polling in 13 specific parliamentary constituencies of the Dhaka metropolis, on the occasion of the 13th National Parliamentary Election and the public referendum.
Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam has said that all but one or two advisers of the interim government led by Chief Adviser Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus have submitted their asset statements. He said the information would be made public soon.