Interim government adviser for finance and the Ministry of Science and Technology, Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed, described the upcoming February 12 election as highly critical. Speaking on Friday evening at a voter awareness event organized by the Sirajganj district administration, he said both domestic and foreign observers were watching the election’s transparency closely. The event was held at the Sirajganj Collectorate grounds as part of a campaign promoting the referendum and voter participation.

Dr. Ahmed emphasized the importance of spreading the achievements of the July Revolution and urged attendees to counter negative attitudes with positivity. He expressed hope that future administrations would not overturn previous initiatives and encouraged citizens to support the “yes” vote to strengthen both themselves and the next government.

The meeting was chaired by Rajshahi Divisional Commissioner Dr. A. N. M. Bazrul Rashid and attended by senior officials, including the Cabinet Secretary, district administrators, and ministry secretaries. Cultural performances preceded the speeches.