New Delhi: In a significant development aimed at restoring democratic stability, Bangladesh’s interim head, Mohammad Yunus, announced on Friday that the country will hold its next national elections in the first half of April 2026. The announcement, made during a televised address in Bangla ahead of Eid, ends months of uncertainty and outlines a clear roadmap for national unity and political reform.
Yunus, emphasizing the urgency of the moment, stated, “We are in a state of war. We must remain united at any cost. The defeated forces and their allies seek to undermine our progress—but we will not allow it.”
He pledged that the upcoming elections would be the “most free, fair, competitive, and widely participated” in Bangladesh’s history, describing the vote as a critical step toward building a “New Bangladesh.”
The interim leader highlighted the government’s three core mandates: reform, justice, and election. He assured citizens that visible progress in justice and reforms would be achieved by the next Ramadan Eid, with the election marking a peaceful transfer of power in April 2026.
Acknowledging Bangladesh’s history of political turmoil, Yunus attributed instability to flawed past elections, calling them a “national crime” that fostered authoritarianism. He cautioned that a failed or unfair election could plunge the nation back into crisis, urging all political parties and citizens to ensure the integrity of the process.
“This election is not merely a procedural event—it is about safeguarding the future of our nation from the shadows of a broken past.”
Yunus confirmed that the Election Commission would soon release a detailed election roadmap following consultations with all political stakeholders and ongoing reform reviews.
This announcement marks a pivotal moment in Bangladesh’s journey toward democratic renewal and national reconciliation.
