Bangladesh Elections 2026: Voting Begins As Violence-Hit Nation Decides Its Future Post Sheikh Hasina's Ouster
Published on: Feb. 12, 2026, 7:37 a.m. | Source: Free Press Journal
Voting began across Bangladesh in the 13th parliamentary elections, the first since former PM Sheikh Hasina was ousted in August 2024 protests. Polling is underway in 299 constituencies alongside a referendum on 84 reforms. Nearly 9 lakh security personnel have been deployed, with drones and body cameras used for the first time.
