The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) is poised to form the next government after sweeping the 13th national parliamentary election and crossing the crucial two-thirds majority mark, according to official and party counts.
The BNP and its allies are currently leading in 208 of the 284 constituencies declared so far, indicating a decisive mandate after nearly two decades out of power. The party’s Chairman Tarique Rahman and Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir have secured victories in their respective constituencies, along with several senior leaders.
India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Tarique Rahman on the victory, stating that the result reflects the trust of the Bangladeshi people in his leadership. He also reaffirmed India’s support for a democratic, progressive and inclusive Bangladesh.
The Election Commission of Bangladesh reported that voter turnout in the parliamentary election and the simultaneous referendum stood at 59.44 percent. The twin polls were conducted peacefully across 299 constituencies.
Officials confirmed that counting of votes for the remaining seats, as well as the referendum results, is currently underway.
The outcome marks a significant political shift in Bangladesh, with the BNP preparing to return to power after nearly 20 years, backed by a strong electoral mandate.
