Election Commissioner Anwarul Islam stated that an atmosphere is developing in Bangladesh for the formation of a caretaker government ahead of the 13th National Parliamentary Election. Speaking at a training workshop for Upazila Nirbahi Officers (UNOs) in Dhaka, he emphasized that government officials should perform their duties with honesty, courage, and neutrality, without fear or political influence. Anwarul recalled that officials had the most freedom during previous caretaker governments and suggested a similar situation might be unfolding now. Chief Election Commissioner A.M.M. Nasir Uddin attended the event as the chief guest, while other commissioners and the EC’s senior secretary were also present. Another commissioner, Brig. Gen. (Retd.) Abul Fazal Md. Sanaullah, described the upcoming election as one of the most consequential in the country’s history, urging UNOs to remain impartial. The national election, announced by Dr. Muhammad Yunus, is scheduled for early February 2025.