The Chattogram administration has completed extensive preparations for a festive parliamentary election scheduled for Thursday, marking the first competitive vote in 17 years. Election materials have been delivered to all 1,965 polling centers across 16 constituencies, with law enforcement maintaining a strong presence in streets and neighborhoods. Candidates are finalizing their campaigns, using social media for communication due to restrictions on public rallies. Voters are showing enthusiasm, with large crowds traveling from the city to their home areas to cast ballots.

According to election officials, 1,965 presiding officers, 12,595 assistant presiding officers, and 29,165 polling officers will serve during the vote. Security forces, including police, RAB, BGB, Ansar, Navy, and Coast Guard, will be deployed, with police using body-worn cameras. BNP leader Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury described the administration’s role as satisfactory but urged vigilance to maintain public trust. Jamaat-e-Islami’s Shahjahan Chowdhury said their coalition has reached voters with development plans and expects strong support.

Returning Officer Dr. Mohammad Zia Uddin stated that preparations began in August 2024 and assured voters of a peaceful and fair election, emphasizing strict measures against any disruption.