Chief adviser’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam has assured that the next national election will be held in February next year as announced by Muhammad Yunus, and there is no possibility of any postponement.
“There is no doubt about the February election. The Election Commission has already started the process. Those who have doubts, have nothing to worry about,” Shafiqul told journalists on Friday.
Earlier in the day, he visited the July Mass Uprising martyrs’ memorial at the Dhaka Road area in Magura town.
The press secretary further stated, “The government has already fixed the election timeline. After the monsoon season, an electoral atmosphere will gradually envelop the people, creating a festive mood.
“The new Bangladesh has been built through such sacrifices. Once the election schedule is announced, candidates will go to the people and begin their campaign. We will then witness true election enthusiasm. This will dispel all doubts.”
Shafiqul informed that the Election Commission is taking preparations as per the February timeframe, and the government has made all necessary arrangements to hold a free and fair election.
During his visit, Shafiqul also paid tributes to martyred Chhatra Dal leader Mehedi Hasan Rabbi and martyred Haque Al Amin by placing floral wreaths at their graves. Both the men embraced martyrdom during the 2024 Mass Uprising.
“I will gradually visit the graves of eight more martyrs. Their contributions to building a new Bangladesh are undeniable, and we remain committed to honoring them,” he said after paying homage to the 2024 July Uprising heroes.