A total of five candidates are contesting in the DNCC polls, and all of them have submitted wealth statements to the Election Commission. Sushashoner Jonno Nagorik (Shujan) Secretary Badiul Alam Majumdar claimed most candidates resort to false information in affidavits to conceal black money. “Although it is the duty of the Election Commission to investigate inconsistencies in affidavits, we have never seen them take measures against influential candidates for providing false information. The Shujan secretary further said the Election Commission could cancel the election and reschedule the polls if it finds that false information was submitted. When contacted by phone, ACC Chairman Iqbal Mahmood said they would discuss whether to launch inquiries into the election affidavits at their next meeting.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 11, 2019 18:56 UTC