Dhaka’s streets have turned vibrant with political activity as campaigning for the 13th parliamentary election enters its 14th day. From alleys to main roads, candidates are meeting voters, holding rallies, and presenting their pledges. The capital’s atmosphere has shifted from routine congestion to election fervor, with symbols like paddy sheaf, scales, and football dominating processions and posters.
Multiple candidates from different parties, including BNP and Jamaat-e-Islami, held meetings and rallies across the city on Wednesday. BNP leaders emphasized patience, social reform, and religious harmony, while others accused rival groups of attempting to disrupt a fair election. Jamaat leaders urged supporters to remain calm yet vigilant, and Islamist party representatives called for guarding polling centers against alleged manipulation.
With the February 12 vote approaching, Dhaka’s political landscape is marked by intense competition and public engagement, reflecting renewed voter interest in a contested national election.