Bangladesh Election: Gen Z Drives Historic Polls After Sheikh Hasina Era Ends

• Bangladesh prepares for its first genuinely competitive election in over a decade, following Sheikh Hasina's removal in 2024.
• Hasina’s Awami League is banned, with the BNP as frontrunner contesting 292 of 300 seats.
• A new party formed by Gen Z activists has aligned with Jamaat-e-Islami, posing a strong challenge.
• Gen Z, making up a quarter of the electorate, is expected to significantly influence the outcome.
• Voters prioritize corruption and economic concerns, with high inflation and weak reserves being key issues.