Bangladesh Election Commission Senior Secretary Akhtar Ahmed stated that there is no fixed limit on carrying cash during the voting period if the source and purpose of the money are legitimate. He explained that even amounts exceeding 50 lakh taka, such as up to 5 crore taka, may be carried if proper documentation supports the legality of the funds. Ahmed made the remarks on Wednesday, February 11, in response to a media question about cash transport restrictions during elections.

The clarification came after police at Saidpur Airport Police Station detained Thakurgaon district Jamaat-e-Islami leader Belal Uddin Pradhan with 50 lakh taka earlier that day. The incident prompted questions about the maximum amount an individual can carry during elections.

Akhtar Ahmed cautioned that if the money is used to influence voting, the Election Inquiry and Judicial Committee will investigate. He added that law enforcement agencies will take necessary action if the source of the money is found to be illegal.