Bangladesh Election Commissioner Abul Fazal Md. Sanaullah announced that joint forces will continue regular operations to maintain law and order ahead of the upcoming 13th national parliamentary election and referendum. Speaking at a law enforcement briefing in Agargaon, Dhaka, he stated that the operations are ongoing and will be reported through regular press briefings. According to him, around 2,000 individuals are being arrested daily as part of the security drive.

Earlier, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) A.M.M. Nasir Uddin chaired a high-level meeting with senior officials from the armed forces, police, and intelligence agencies to review the overall security situation. The meeting included the chiefs of the army, navy, and air force, as well as top representatives from the Ministry of Home Affairs and other security agencies.

The Election Commission’s decision signals an intensified security approach as Bangladesh prepares for a politically sensitive election period. Observers note that the coordination between civil and military authorities aims to prevent unrest and ensure a peaceful voting environment.