The Election Commission (EC) of Bangladesh has urged citizens not to believe or spread rumors circulating on social media about the postponement of the upcoming referendum and the 13th National Parliamentary Election. The call was made in a press release signed by EC Director of Public Relations Md. Ruhul Amin Mallik on Sunday.

According to the statement, some individuals have been spreading misinformation online claiming that the elections would be delayed. The EC clarified that the national election and referendum will be held as scheduled on February 12, 2026 (Thursday), in 299 parliamentary constituencies, excluding Sherpur-3. The commission reaffirmed that there has been no change to the official election timetable.

The EC requested the public to remain alert against any kind of propaganda or misinformation regarding the postponement of the election and referendum, emphasizing that such rumors are baseless and misleading.