The law and order situation has deteriorated in various parts of the country since the announcement of the schedule for the 13th national parliamentary elections, raising concerns among ordinary citizens about their safety. On December 12, a day after the election schedule was announced, Sharif Osman Hadi, spokesperson of Inqilab Manch and a potential candidate for the Dhaka-8 constituency, was shot in the capital. Law enforcement agencies said several people have been arrested in connection with the incident. He added that the situation could still be brought under control through strict enforcement of the law, warning that any laxity by law enforcement agencies could embolden criminals. Election Commission stanceResponding to concerns over law and order, Election Commissioner Abdur Rahmanel Masud said the Election Commission will hold a meeting on Sunday with the heads of various law enforcement agencies.

Source: Dhaka Tribune December 21, 2025 08:08 UTC