Elections must be fair at any cost : CEC

Chief Election Commissioner Kazi Habibul Awal

Chief Election Commissioner Kazi Habibul Awal reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring that the upcoming 12th Jatiya Sangsad elections will be free and fair. During a meeting with law enforcement and local administration officials at the Shilpakala Academy, he emphasised the Election Commission's (EC) dedication to this goal.

"We are resolute in our mission to facilitate fair elections for the 12th Jatiya Sangsad. The Election Commission is working tirelessly to achieve this," Habibul Awal stated.

He called for the support and cooperation of all relevant parties to guarantee a smooth, transparent, and peaceful electoral process. He also encouraged the public to stay informed and not to be swayed by misinformation regarding the upcoming general elections.

"The Election Commission is unwavering in its commitment to conduct these elections impartially. We have received all the necessary support in terms of manpower from the government to ensure the fairness of the polls," he asserted.

Habibul Awal highlighted the EC's efforts to provide equal opportunities to all candidates participating in the election. He appreciated the continuous progress in the election process, aided by the government's cooperation and the dedication of field administration officials.

Earlier in the day, the CEC had an interactive session with candidates from six constituencies at the Sylhet Circuit House.

The event also featured EC Secretary Md Jahangir Alam as a special guest, with Sylhet Divisional Commissioner Abu Ahmed Siddique presiding over the meeting—additional Divisional Commissioner Md. Jasim Uddin, Deputy Commissioner of Sylhet Sheikh Russel Ahmed, and other senior officials were also in attendance.