The Election Commission (EC) has brought over 90% of polling centers in 299 constituencies under CCTV surveillance, marking an unprecedented level of election security Ahead of the 13th National Parliamentary Election and the referendum scheduled for February 12. In addition, 958,000 members of law enforcement agencies have been deployed nationwide to maintain law and order. Election Commissioner Brig Genl (retd) Abul Fazal Md Sanaullah shared the information at a press briefing on Tuesday at the Nirbachon Bhaban, Dhaka. Voting in the 13th National Parliamentary Election will be held on Thursday in 299 of the 300 constituencies due to the death of a candidate in one seat. On polling day, the EC will brief the nation on the overall situation through press conferences every two hours.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 10, 2026 16:13 UTC