Bangladesh election 2026: What happens, when, and what’s at stake? | Bangladesh Election 2026 News
The article mentions a crackdown on students and a prime minister's ouster, suggesting potential abuse of power.
The Bangladeshi general election will be held on February 12, 2026. The BNP and Jamaat-e-Islami are the two main contenders vying for parliamentary seats. The BNP is led by Tarique Rahman, while the Jamaat is led by Shafiqur Rahman. This election follows a period of political turmoil after former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's ouster in 2024 following widespread protests and a crackdown on student-led demonstrations. The referendum on the July National Charter will also be held alongside the parliamentary elections. The outcome of this election is expected to have significant implications for Bangladesh's future, particularly its political trajectory and relationship with India.
17 FEB 2026
— Al Jazeera
Bangladesh's new Prime Minister Tarique Rahman appointed two student leaders, Nurul Haque Nur and Zonayed Abdur Rahim Saki, to his cabinet.
— The Hindu
India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met with Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman to discuss strong bilateral ties and a shared civilisational bond.
18 FEB 2026
— Times of India
Prime Minister Modi invited Bangladesh's newly sworn-in Prime Minister Rahman to visit India, expressing commitment to strengthening bilateral relations.
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