In the 13th parliamentary election, all candidates of Islami Andolan Bangladesh, led by the Charmonai Pir, lost their deposits in the Chattogram region. The party fielded candidates in 20 of the 23 constituencies but failed to secure the required one-eighth of total votes in any seat, as stipulated by the Election Commission. Most constituencies saw main contests between BNP and Jamaat candidates, while Islami Front and Khilafat Majlis outperformed Islami Andolan in several areas.

Vote data show Islami Andolan’s candidates received very low support across northern, southern, and metropolitan Chattogram, as well as in Cox’s Bazar and the Chittagong Hill Tracts. The highest vote count for the party in the region was 5,145 in Chattogram-3, far below the winning BNP candidate’s 72,579. In Chattogram-10, the party’s city leader Md. Jannatul Islam secured only 3,880 votes out of 492,442 registered voters.

Political analysts noted that the results raise questions about the party’s future strategy. Md. Jannatul Islam said people are power-hungry and do not understand Sharia, but expressed hope for future progress.

Khandaker Abu Ashfaq, the BNP candidate from Dhaka-1 (Dohar and Nawabganj), received the highest number of votes among all BNP winners in Dhaka district during the recently concluded 13th National Parliamentary Election. According to the official results, the constituency had 545,145 registered voters, with 299,523 votes cast. Ashfaq secured 172,402 votes, drawing significant attention and prompting local residents to express their desire to see him appointed as a minister in the newly formed government.

Local leaders and residents said Dohar and Nawabganj need experienced and visionary leadership for development. They described Ashfaq as a capable and dedicated politician who has long been active in strengthening local organizations and participating in social and development activities. Party members believe that if given a ministerial role, he could play an effective part in improving infrastructure, employment, education, and healthcare in the area.

Supporters expect that fulfilling his electoral pledges would accelerate the region’s overall development.

Professor Aslam Chowdhury, contesting under the paddy sheaf symbol, secured a decisive victory in the Chattogram-4 constituency (Sitakunda, Akbarshah, and Pahartali) during the national election held in February 2026. According to the official results, he received 142,674 votes, while his nearest rival, Anwar Siddique of the scales symbol, obtained 89,268 votes. The vote gap of 53,406 marks one of the largest margins in the constituency’s recent political history.

Under election law, candidates failing to secure at least one-eighth (12.5 percent) of the total valid votes forfeit their deposits. Seven candidates, including representatives from the Gono Odhikar Parishad, Jonosonghoti Andolon, Bangladesh Nezame Islam Party, Islami Andolon Bangladesh, Communist Party of Bangladesh, Bangladesh Supreme Party, and Bangladesh Islami Front, failed to meet this threshold.

Local political analysts noted that Aslam Chowdhury’s strong grassroots organization, coordinated campaign strategy, and effective voter mobilization contributed to his success, while smaller parties’ limited organizational presence and weak voter bases were reflected in their poor results.

Bangladesh Islami Chhatra Shibir has strongly condemned an alleged incident of rape and assault in Hatiya, Noakhali, reportedly carried out after local elections. In a statement issued on Saturday night, the organization’s central president Nurul Islam and secretary general Sibgatullah denounced the attack, which allegedly occurred on February 13 in Chanandi Union. According to the statement, local BNP activists assaulted a woman and her husband over political differences related to voting symbols, calling the act a grave violation of human rights.

The Shibir leaders further alleged that post-election violence has spread across the country, targeting opposition supporters through attacks, arson, and intimidation. They claimed that at least three people have been killed and around 1,500 injured in various districts, including Munshiganj, Bagerhat, and Mymensingh. The statement accused BNP of a history of political violence and sexual assaults during previous elections and criticized the party for failing to take disciplinary action against perpetrators.

Shibir urged the government to ensure justice for the victims, provide security and compensation to affected families, and take effective measures to stop ongoing political violence nationwide.

In the recently held 13th National Parliamentary Election of Bangladesh, Islami Andolan Bangladesh failed to achieve the expected success despite extensive campaigning. The party fielded candidates in 253 constituencies but managed to win only one seat. Among the notable defeats were the three brothers of the party’s Amir and Charmonai Pir, Syed Rezaul Karim, who contested from different constituencies but all lost.

Senior Nayeb-e-Amir Syed Faizul Karim contested in Barishal-5 and Barishal-6, finishing second and third respectively. In Barishal-5, he received 93,528 votes, while BNP-supported candidate Mojibur Rahman Sarwar won with 131,431 votes. In Barishal-6, BNP’s Abul Hossain Khan secured victory with 81,087 votes, while Faizul Karim got 28,823. Another brother, Syed Ishaq Muhammad Abul Khayer, contested Barishal-4 and received 36,753 votes, losing to BNP’s Rajib Ahsan, who gained 128,322 votes.

In Dhaka-4, Maulana Syed Mosaddeq Billah, another brother and a presidium member of Islami Andolan, received only 6,518 votes, resulting in forfeiture of his security deposit. Jamaat’s Syed Zainul Abedin won the seat with 77,367 votes.

The National Citizens Party (NCP) has alleged that a woman in Noakhali’s Hatiya was raped and her husband beaten after voting for the party’s ‘Shapla Koli’ symbol. In a statement issued late Saturday by NCP office member Sadia Farzana Dinar, the party said the attack occurred on the night of February 13 at Dhanashiri Ashrayan Project in Chanandi Union. NCP described the assault as a heinous act of political terrorism and claimed that local administration has yet to take visible action. The victim was admitted to Noakhali General Hospital.

The NCP further alleged that over the past three days, homes of at least 500 party activists in Hatiya were attacked, looted, and vandalized, leaving many injured. The party accused groups linked to BNP supporters of involvement and criticized the BNP leadership for remaining silent. NCP announced four demands, including an impartial judicial investigation, arrest and exemplary punishment of perpetrators, protection and compensation for victims, and strengthened law enforcement oversight.

The party also held a protest rally in Dhaka late Friday night condemning the violence and calling for immediate administrative intervention.

A supporter of the BNP in Bhola-2 (Borhanuddin–Daulatkhan) constituency fulfilled his vow to host a communal feast after the party’s victory in the 13th National Parliamentary Election. On Thursday, February 12, following the win of BNP candidate Alhaj Hafiz Ibrahim, the supporter organized a prayer gathering and feast in Deula Union’s Ward 4 of Borhanuddin upazila.

On Saturday, February 14, local resident and BNP supporter Riazul Islam Riaz Bepari sacrificed two cows at his home and distributed food among about 2,500 people. The organizer said the event was arranged to express gratitude and share joy in line with his earlier promise. Local dignitaries, political leaders, social figures, and people from various professions attended the event, which created a festive atmosphere in the village.

A special prayer was held for the welfare, peace, and development of the country and the area. Several local businessmen and well-wishers assisted in organizing the event, which many attendees described as a positive social initiative.

Following the post-election political developments in Sylhet-2 (Osmaninagar–Bishwanath), the name of BNP Joint Secretary General and foreign affairs adviser to party chairperson Tarique Rahman, Humayun Kabir, has become a major topic of discussion. Local BNP leaders and activists have demanded his inclusion in the new government’s cabinet, citing his role in maintaining party discipline. Kabir had initially sought nomination for the constituency but withdrew in deference to the party’s decision, which favored Tahsina Rushdir Luna. His acceptance of the decision and call for unity have been viewed as signs of political maturity.

Local BNP leaders noted Kabir’s long-standing involvement in foreign policy formulation and diplomatic engagement, describing him as a suitable candidate for a technocrat ministerial position. The issue has become a focal point of political discussion across the Sylhet division. Historically, no BNP leader from Sylhet-2 has ever joined the cabinet, and if selected, Kabir would be the first from the constituency to do so.

No official announcement has yet been made regarding the cabinet position, and the final decision now rests with the party’s top leadership.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has sent flowers and sweets to Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairman Tarique Rahman following his party’s historic victory in the country’s 13th national parliamentary election. The gesture was made on Saturday evening, when BNP Media Cell member Atikur Rahman Ruman received the gifts at the party chairman’s political office in Gulshan. Special officer Mehedul Islam Mehedi was also present during the handover.

The exchange marks a symbolic congratulatory message from the Indian state leader to the BNP chief after the election outcome. The report did not include any official statement from either side or further details about the communication between the two leaders.

The event underscores a moment of cross-border goodwill following a major political development in Bangladesh, though no additional diplomatic or political implications were mentioned in the source.

A Jamaat-e-Islami office in Megharpatal of Bhuyapur upazila, Tangail, was set on fire on Saturday, February 14, 2026, amid post-election political tension. Jamaat leaders alleged that local BNP activists carried out the attack, first vandalizing the office and then pouring petrol to ignite the fire. They claimed the assault was ordered by local BNP ward president Kajol, involving his son Nasir and several associates. The incident has caused panic among residents, and Jamaat leaders have demanded punishment for those responsible and restoration of peace.

Bhuyapur upazila BNP general secretary Selimuzzaman Talukder Selu stated that if any BNP members were involved, organizational and legal action would be taken. Bhuyapur police officer-in-charge Mohammad Sabbir Rahman confirmed that police were sent to the scene but said no written complaint had yet been received. Upazila executive officer Md. Mahbub Hasan also said authorities were aware of the incident and would act according to the law once a complaint is filed.

The situation remains tense in the area as police continue monitoring developments following the arson attack.

In Kushtia district, 17 candidates lost their election deposits across four parliamentary constituencies, according to the district election office. A total of 25 candidates, including one independent and representatives from 14 political parties, contested the polls. The only female candidate was from the Bangladesh Republican Party. Under Election Commission rules, a candidate forfeits their deposit if they receive less than one-eighth, or 12.5 percent, of the total votes cast in their constituency.

In Kushtia-1 (Daulatpur), six candidates lost deposits; in Kushtia-2 (Mirpur-Veramara), three; in Kushtia-3 (Sadar), four; and in Kushtia-4 (Kumarkhali-Khoksa), four. The affected candidates represented parties including JSD, Islami Andolan Bangladesh, Bangladesh Communist Party, and others, as well as one independent contender. Voter turnout ranged from about 282,000 to 348,000 across the constituencies.

The results reflect a wide distribution of votes among multiple parties, with most minor party candidates failing to secure the minimum threshold required to retain their deposits.

The eleven-party alliance formed before the national election, including Jamaat-e-Islami, will continue to operate jointly both inside and outside the Bangladesh Parliament. The announcement came on Saturday after a liaison committee meeting at Jamaat’s central office in Moghbazar. Jamaat’s Assistant Secretary General and liaison committee coordinator Hamidur Rahman Azad said the alliance, which contested the election together, will now act collectively in parliamentary and national matters.

Azad alleged that irregularities occurred in the February 12 election and stated that evidence of vote manipulation is being submitted to the Election Commission, alongside legal measures. He criticized the rapid publication of the election gazette, claiming it prevented some candidates from filing appeals, and said a formal complaint would be lodged with the commission on Sunday. He also urged timely formation of the Parliament’s upper house following the referendum’s “yes” outcome.

The alliance condemned post-election violence across the country and announced that protest programs have been planned, pending approval from top leaders.

The oath-taking ceremony for the Prime Minister and new cabinet members will be held at the South Plaza of the National Parliament Building. President Md. Shahabuddin will administer the oath on Tuesday afternoon, according to multiple government sources cited by Amar Desh. Traditionally, such ceremonies have taken place in the Darbar Hall of Bangabhaban, but this time the venue has been shifted to the Parliament complex.

Earlier the same day, at 10:30 a.m., newly elected Members of Parliament will take their oaths in the Parliament’s oath room, confirmed by Parliament Secretariat Secretary Kaniz Mowla. The 13th National Parliamentary Election resulted in a decisive victory for the BNP-led alliance, which secured 212 of 297 seats, enabling it to form the next government. The Jamaat-e-Islami-led 11-party alliance won 77 seats and is set to become the main opposition for the first time.

The change of venue for the swearing-in ceremony marks a significant departure from established practice, reflecting a new phase in Bangladesh’s political transition following the election outcome.

Two days after being elected as Member of Parliament from Dhaka-15, Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman visited his constituency on Saturday. During the visit, he met residents, expressed gratitude for their support, and personally began removing election posters. He urged everyone to cooperate in fulfilling his responsibilities and vowed to serve people beyond party affiliations. Calling for an end to nationwide oppression, he said injustices must stop immediately.

According to a press release from the party’s central publicity department, Dr. Rahman toured several areas of Mirpur, offered prayers at local mosques, and met with worshippers and residents. This was his first post-election visit. He reaffirmed his commitment to fulfill promises regarding development and problem-solving in Dhaka-15. He also called on party members to maintain cleanliness and engage in community service.

Dr. Rahman stated that the people’s desire for change was reflected in recent votes and pledged that Jamaat would act responsibly to meet public expectations. He emphasized unity, love, and dedication to national progress, asserting that the country would not be subjugated to any force.

National Citizen Party (NCP) spokesperson Asif Mahmud Sajib Bhuiyan has alleged that the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) gained its parliamentary majority through a secret understanding with the banned Awami League, under conditions allowing the latter’s rehabilitation. Speaking to journalists on Saturday evening at Ibn Sina Medical College Hospital in Dhaka’s Kalyanpur, he claimed that Awami League, despite its activities being officially prohibited, is reopening offices and operating under BNP’s protection. He further alleged that Awami League is now taking revenge for the July uprising under BNP’s leadership.

Bhuiyan visited NCP and 11-party alliance activists injured in election-day attacks in Noakhali’s Hatiya. He said post-election violence has been widespread, with nearly a thousand NCP and alliance members injured nationwide, many in critical condition. He accused BNP of incorporating Awami League “terrorists” to suppress opposition voices and claimed that ordinary voters have also been attacked, with one person killed for voting.

Bhuiyan urged the interim and incoming governments to ensure swift justice and compensation for victims and demanded a clear statement from BNP on the violence. He also said India should not be invited to the new government’s oath ceremony.