Bangladesh Elections 2026: Polls on Feb 12, Who's Contesting, Seat Count Revealed

• Bangladesh's 13th national parliamentary election is scheduled for February 12, 2026, following the fall of Sheikh Hasina's government in 2024.
• Interim leader Muhammad Yunus currently governs the country amidst political and social unrest since August 2024.
• Key dates: Campaign from Jan 22 to Feb 10, voting on Feb 12 (7:30 AM - 4:30 PM), results on Feb 13. A national referendum on constitutional reforms will also be held.
• Approximately 127 million eligible voters (18+ years) will participate. BNP and a new 11-party alliance will contest; Awami League is suspended.
• Jatiya Sangsad has 350 seats (300 directly elected, 50 reserved for women). 151 seats needed for government formation; 200 for constitutional amendments. Diplomatic ties with India strained post-Hasina government.