Bangladesh’s interim government has expressed concern over the lack of political engagement surrounding the upcoming referendum on state reforms, scheduled for February 12 alongside the 13th parliamentary election. While parties have begun election campaigns, officials note that most remain inactive or unclear about their stance on the referendum, which seeks public approval for constitutional changes under the July National Charter. The government views this silence as a worrying sign for the country’s democratic direction.
The referendum will ask voters to approve or reject four key reform areas, including a new caretaker government system, a bicameral parliament, term limits for the prime minister, and expanded judicial independence. Senior advisers and analysts have urged political parties to unite and campaign for a “yes” vote, warning that failure could undermine the goals of the July uprising that ended authoritarian rule. Some parties, including the BNP and Jamaat-e-Islami, have pledged eventual support for the “yes” campaign, though most remain focused on election preparations.
Government officials have called on the Election Commission and religious institutions to intensify public awareness efforts, aiming for high voter turnout and broad endorsement of the reform agenda.
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