Voting began in Rajshahi on the morning of February 12, 2026, in a festive and peaceful environment. From 7 a.m., voters started lining up at polling centers, and no untoward incidents or complaints had been reported so far. At the Rajshahi University School and College center under the Rajshahi-2 constituency, hundreds of people were seen waiting cheerfully to cast their votes.

Former Vice-Chancellor of International Islamic University Chittagong and Emeritus Professor of Physics at Rajshahi University, Dr. Md. Azharul Islam, expressed satisfaction after voting, describing the process as fair and well-organized. He urged everyone to avoid rumors and violence during the election. Another voter, Fahmida Chowdhury, said she was pleased with the improved environment compared to previous elections and hoped the voting would conclude smoothly.

The overall atmosphere in Rajshahi remained calm and celebratory as citizens exercised their voting rights without disruption, reflecting optimism about a peaceful electoral process.