Authorities across Bangladesh have strengthened security measures at hundreds of polling centers identified as vulnerable ahead of the upcoming 13th national parliamentary election and referendum. Reports from multiple districts including Chattogram, Nilphamari, Chandpur, Barguna, Bhola, Mymensingh, Jamalpur, Netrokona, and others confirm that local administrations and law enforcement agencies have classified numerous centers as risky or highly risky. In Sitakunda, 48 of 124 centers were marked vulnerable, while in Nilphamari 264 of 562 centers were listed as risky. Similar classifications were made in Faridganj, Betagi, Tajumuddin, Gouripur, Madarganj, Kishoreganj, and Purbadhala.

District administrations have deployed additional police, army, BGB, RAB, and Ansar personnel to ensure peaceful voting. Many centers are now under CCTV surveillance, and officers equipped with body-worn cameras will monitor activities. Executive and judicial magistrates have also been assigned to oversee law and order during the election period.

The Election Commission and local authorities stated that these measures aim to prevent violence and ensure smooth, fair, and secure voting across all constituencies.