The Bangladesh Election Commission (EC) has identified three categories of potential risks ahead of the upcoming national elections, while the armed forces have requested judicial authority under the Mobile Court Act and permission to enter polling centers on election day. The proposal was raised during a recent meeting between the EC and law enforcement agencies chaired by Chief Election Commissioner Nasir Uddin. The commission has yet to make a decision on the army’s request.

Election Commissioner Brigadier General (Retd.) Abul Fazl Mohammad Sanaullah outlined the risks as heightened public excitement after a long gap between elections, possible acts of sabotage by certain groups, and the influence of black money, counterfeit currency, and cross-border networks. These factors, he warned, could threaten the integrity and order of the polls if not effectively managed.

The EC is expected to deliberate further on the army’s proposal and risk mitigation strategies in the coming weeks as preparations intensify for the national vote.