Bangladesh election 2026: What happens, when, and what’s at stake?
Summary
Bangladesh is holding its first parliamentary elections since the ousting of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who faced backlash after a violent crackdown on student protests. The election will take place on February 12, 2026, using a voting system where the candidate with the most votes wins. The election will also include a referendum on a new national charter.Key Facts
- The election in Bangladesh is scheduled for February 12, 2026.
- Voting hours are from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm local time.
- There are 127.7 million registered voters in Bangladesh.
- This is the first election since former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was ousted following protests.
- The voting system used is "first-past-the-post," where the candidate with the most votes in each area wins.
- Overseas employees now have a postal voting option for the first time.
- A referendum will be held alongside the election on a new national charter formulated after the protests.
- Sheikh Hasina has been in exile since 2024, following her conviction for crimes against humanity.
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