BNP candidate Jasim Uddin from Chittagong-14 (Chandanaish and part of Satkania) has been accused of violating the electoral code of conduct by campaigning inside a mosque. On Friday, January 16, he addressed worshippers at Kanchannagar Johadia Darbar Mosque after Jumma prayers, urging them to support the BNP’s paddy sheaf symbol and grant him their mandate in the upcoming election. A 3-minute-32-second video of his speech later circulated on social media.

According to the 2025 electoral code of conduct, candidates or their representatives are prohibited from starting any campaign activities earlier than three weeks before the polling date. The 13th national parliamentary election is scheduled for February 12, 2026. When contacted, Jasim Uddin initially denied seeking votes, claiming he only asked for prayers and requested positive reporting.

Chandanaish Upazila Nirbahi Officer and Assistant Returning Officer Md. Rajib Hossain confirmed receiving the complaint and stated that action was being taken against the accused candidate.