General elections in Bangladesh could take place between late 2025 and the first half of 2026, according to Muhammad Yunus, the head of the country's interim government. Addressing the nation, Yunus emphasized that elections would be held only after the completion of significant reforms.
“Elections may be scheduled between late 2025 and the first half of 2026,” Yunus stated, explaining that holding them sooner would require completing minimal reforms and preparing the voter registry, which could make late 2025 feasible. However, incorporating recommendations from the electoral reform commission and achieving national consensus might extend the timeline by an additional six months.
This announcement follows the resignation of Sheikh Hasina, who stepped down as Prime Minister on August 5 amid widespread anti-government protests. She subsequently left Bangladesh and sought refuge in India, where authorities confirmed her placement in a secure location.
The protests, fueled by student unrest over high unemployment and a lack of opportunities, resulted in at least 863 fatalities during demonstrations in July and early August. Sheikh Hasina faces over 200 charges in Bangladesh, including accusations of genocide.
On August 8, the interim government, led by Nobel Peace Prize laureate Muhammad Yunus, was sworn in to navigate the country through the transitional period.
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Based on materials from TASS