The government of Bangladesh has declared February 11 as a public holiday ahead of the 13th National Parliamentary Election scheduled for February 12, which is already a general holiday. With the following Friday and Saturday being weekly holidays, citizens will have a continuous four-day break surrounding the election period. Despite the extended holiday, nationwide restrictions will apply to public transportation and inter-district travel to maintain security and order.
Former Election Commission official Jesmin Tuli told the BBC that voting is not mandatory in Bangladesh, and citizens may travel if they wish. However, entry to certain voting areas may be restricted to prevent external interference or violence. On election day, personal vehicles, long-distance buses, launches, and trains are typically prohibited from operating to reduce unnecessary movement and ensure law and order.
Citizens are encouraged to spend time with family, participate in local social or religious activities, or complete personal tasks. Emergency services such as hospitals, ambulances, fire service, and utilities will remain operational. Authorities emphasize that following election laws and commission guidelines will help ensure a peaceful and safe voting day.
আমার দেশ অনলাইন প্রকাশ : ৩০ জানুয়ারি ২০২৬, ২০: ৪২ আমার দেশ অনলাইন আসন্ন ত্রয়োদশ জাতীয় সংসদ নির্বাচনের আগের দিন ১১ ফেব্রুয়ারি সাধারণ ছুটি ঘোষণা করেছে সরকার। নির্বাচনের দিন (১২ ফেব্রুয়ারি) এমনিতেই সাধারণ ছুটি থাকে। ভোটের পরের দুই দিন শুক্র ও শনিবার সা
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