Dhaka will issue visas to Indian journalists who wish to cover the upcoming election, Foreign Adviser Md Touhid Hossain said on Wednesday, while ordinary visas remain closed for the next eight to 10 days. “Arrangements for journalists to come have been made. On foreign election observers, he said: “I do not have detailed information because it goes directly to the Election Commission. We also want sufficient journalists from all news agencies to ensure transparency.”Regarding Indian officials in Dhaka sending their families home, he said: “It is entirely their decision. Minor incidents happen in every election, but nothing more serious seems to have occurred this time.”Asked about election conflict, he said: “Any disorder could come from those not participating in the election.

Source: Dhaka Tribune January 28, 2026 12:51 UTC