Bangladesh Referendum: 'Yes' Wins with 60% Turnout on Reform Package

• Bangladesh's reform package referendum saw a 60.26% voter turnout, with the 'yes' vote securing a clear majority.
• The referendum was held alongside the 13th parliamentary elections on Thursday.
• 4,80,74,429 votes were cast in favor of 'yes', while 2,25,65,627 voters chose 'no'.
• The referendum sought consent for the July National Charter 2025, announced by interim government chief Muhammad Yunus.
• The 'yes' victory means the next parliament will serve as a constitutional reform council to implement proposed changes within 180 days.