The Chief Election Commissioner, AMM Nasir Uddin, mentioned that objections usually arise after a smoothly conducted election. He stated that objections are a common occurrence during elections, and history demonstrates that complaints often surface post-voting when the process is carried out effectively. Nasir Uddin made these comments during an event held at the Election Commission auditorium in Dhaka this afternoon. The program, organized jointly by the Election Commission of Bangladesh and the United Nations Development Programme, commemorated International Women’s Day with the theme “Ensuring equality, building the future together.”
Reflecting on previous elections, Nasir Uddin recalled instances from 1991 and 1996 when allegations of subtle manipulation and irregularities emerged only after the voting concluded. He emphasized that typically, objections do not persist when an election is conducted well. He expressed gratitude to the UNDP and the media, acknowledging the collective efforts that led to a fair election and thanking everyone for their contributions.
Nasir Uddin expressed contentment in fulfilling his commitment to the nation and appreciated the support received from others. He shared his happiness and recounted interactions where individuals confirmed having the opportunity to vote, evident from the indelible ink marks on their hands, including his own. He highlighted that women and members of minority communities faced no hindrances while casting their votes, as observed during his visits to polling centers.
The CEC mentioned the absence of data regarding the number of women serving as presiding or polling officers in the recent parliamentary election. He found it interesting that all post-election complaints related to presiding officers involved men, with no female officers being mentioned in any complaints received.