The Election Commission (EC) of Bangladesh has taken punitive action against candidates accused of violating the electoral code of conduct. Between January 4 and 20, a total of 59 cases were filed, and fines exceeding Tk 450,000 were imposed. EC officials confirmed that legal measures were taken to preserve the election environment, with 67 constituencies reporting the highest number of violations. The nationwide campaign officially began on Thursday and will continue until February 10.

According to EC data, from January 8 to 20, operations were conducted in 67 constituencies, resulting in 59 cases, fines totaling Tk 454,900, and several imprisonment orders. The Election Inquiry and Judicial Committees also reviewed 873 complaints, ordering poster removals, issuing show-cause notices, and imposing fines through summary trials. Candidates from multiple parties, including BNP, Jamaat-e-Islami, Islami Front, NCP, and Bangladesh Khelafat Majlis, were issued notices for early campaigning and misuse of party symbols.

The EC reiterated its commitment to ensuring free, fair, and impartial elections, warning that strict enforcement against legal breaches will continue and urging all candidates and supporters to comply with the code of conduct.