"Each year, the Election Commission publishes a draft list on Jan 2 and the final one on Mar 2. Those who became eligible to vote after that period and before the national elections could not vote and had to wait for the next election. "He continued, "The new amendment addresses this gap. Since the Election Commission is required to finalise the voter list before announcing the election schedule, those who become eligible within a reasonable timeframe should be allowed to register. "Now, anyone who turns 18 at least one month before the schedule announcement will be able to register as a voter.

Source: bd News24 July 17, 2025 21:16 UTC