Sheikh Hasina Alleges 'Fraudulent' Bangladesh Elections, Demands Cancellation

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News18•13-02-2026, 21:52
Sheikh Hasina Alleges 'Fraudulent' Bangladesh Elections, Demands Cancellation
- •Former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina rejected the February 12 election results, calling them 'completely fraudulent' and 'administrative manipulation'.
- •Hasina questioned how 60% voting occurred in empty polling booths, alleging ballot boxes were filled artificially.
- •She claimed voters were prevented from casting ballots, with many finding their votes already cast, and accused the administration of favoring a specific party.
- •The former PM dismissed the 60% voter turnout claim as 'unbelievable' given public fear and lack of enthusiasm.
- •Hasina demanded the cancellation of the elections, the current government's resignation, release of political prisoners, and re-elections under an interim government.
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