The Election Commission of Bangladesh has revised its earlier directive banning mobile phones at polling centers. A new notification issued on Tuesday allows limited exceptions for specific officials during the upcoming 13th National Parliamentary Election and referendum scheduled for February 12. According to the circular, only the presiding officer, the police officer in charge of the center, and two designated Ansar members using the 'Election Security 2026' application may carry mobile phones within 400 yards of a polling center.
The revision follows widespread criticism after the commission imposed a blanket ban on mobile phones at polling centers on Sunday night. The updated order clarifies that no one other than the listed officials will be permitted to bring phones within the restricted area. The Election Commission has instructed relevant authorities to take necessary measures in line with the new decision.
The notification aims to balance election security with operational needs as the country prepares for the February 12 polls and referendum.
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