Dhaka, Feb 8, 2026: Election campaigns by all political parties and candidates will officially end at 7:30 am on Tuesday, February 10, ahead of the 13th National Parliamentary Election and referendum scheduled for Thursday, February 12.
The Election Commission (EC) has emphasized that the halt in campaigning is mandatory, in line with the law requiring a 48-hour suspension before voting begins.
Activities such as rallies, public meetings, processions, distribution of campaign materials, and media promotions will be strictly prohibited after the deadline.
Voting will take place nationwide from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm on election day. The process will use paper ballots and transparent ballot boxes to ensure transparency and fairness.
This year, the election will be held in 299 constituencies, reduced by one due to the postponement of voting in Sherpur-3 following the death of a candidate.
Ballot papers have already been sent to returning officers in 49 districts, with distribution to the remaining districts expected to be completed by Sunday.
The total number of registered voters stands at 127.7 million, including 64.8 million male voters, 62.8 million female voters, and 1,220 voters from the third gender community.
The EC has assured voters that all arrangements are in place for a smooth and transparent election process.
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