The Election Commissioner, Abdur Rahmanel Masud, announced today that the Election Commission will start getting ready for local government elections post Eid-ul-Fitr. Masud emphasized that the Election Commission remains continuously engaged in various election activities, including parliamentary and presidential elections, as well as numerous local polls that are held throughout the year. He mentioned that the preparations for local government elections will kick off after the Eid festival.
Speaking at the annual general meeting of the Reporters Forum for Election and Democracy held at the Election Commission headquarters in Agargaon, Dhaka, Masud stated that the commission is anticipating the commencement of the new parliament session to determine whether the local government elections will be conducted using party symbols or on a non-party basis. Masud highlighted that the commission is legally bound to be ready to ensure fair and transparent elections.
Acknowledging the vital role that journalists play in enhancing the electoral process, Masud emphasized that journalists are integral to the Election Commission. He noted that journalists provide essential criticism when mistakes are made and offer insights on potential improvements. While recognizing the success of the 13th parliamentary election, Masud stressed the importance of continuously striving for betterment in future elections.