Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus has directed all 64 district commissioners to conduct the upcoming national election and referendum with utmost honesty, neutrality, and responsibility. Speaking at a meeting in Dhaka, Yunus emphasized that the February election is not just a routine vote but a decisive event for the nation’s future, describing it as the culmination of the recent mass uprising. He urged the administrators, who will serve as returning officers, to uphold the highest standards of transparency and fairness, saying failure is not an option. Yunus called the election a new beginning for Bangladesh, urging officials to ensure a peaceful and festive atmosphere. He also noted that many young and female voters were previously unable to participate and that international observers are closely watching this election. Senior advisers and several divisional and district officials attended the meeting chaired by Cabinet Secretary Sheikh Abdur Rashid.