The Chief Advisor’s Office (CAO) has recorded 274 violent incidents and five killings nationwide following the announcement of the parliamentary election schedule, according to data covering Dec 12 to Feb 1. Clashes between rival supporters were the most frequent form of violence, accounting for 89 incidents, in the assessment up to 9pm on Sunday. Attacks on minority groups occurred in one case, and 70 incidents fell into other categories. Comparing past elections, the CAO noted fluctuations in violence levels: the 2014 national election saw 530 violent events, the 2018 poll had 414, and the last recorded 534. The CAO noted that crude and petrol bomb explosions, as well as gunfire, were recorded across different election periods, highlighting the persistent risk of political violence.

Source: bd News24 February 02, 2026 14:50 UTC