In the 13th parliamentary election, Kurigram-4 constituency witnessed a rare contest between two brothers. Azizur Rahman contested with the paddy sheaf symbol, while his younger brother Mostafizur Rahman ran with the scales symbol. The election drew widespread attention among voters due to the family rivalry. Mostafizur Rahman won by a margin of 23,787 votes, securing 108,210 votes against Azizur Rahman’s 84,423. Supporters of the younger brother celebrated the victory after the results were announced.

Local voter Chayon Patowary expressed satisfaction that the election concluded peacefully and hoped both brothers would work together for the area’s development. Mostafizur Rahman said he began his political journey under his elder brother’s guidance and now intends to work with him and all supporters for the progress of Kurigram-4. He added that the people voted for development and principles, and he aims to serve everyone regardless of political affiliation.

The peaceful conclusion of this family contest was seen as a positive example of democratic competition in the region.

Former Attorney General and BNP-backed candidate Advocate Md. Asaduzzaman won the Jhenaidah–1 (Shailkupa) constituency by a large margin, securing 173,381 votes. Following his victory, he visited the home of his rival, Jamaat-e-Islami-nominated candidate ASM Matiur Rahman, on Friday morning, February 13, in Nadpara village of Sarutia Union, Shailkupa. During the courtesy visit, Asaduzzaman presented a bouquet and placed his victory garland around Rahman’s neck in a gesture of goodwill.

Both BNP and Jamaat leaders and activists were present at the meeting, exchanging greetings in a cordial atmosphere. Matiur Rahman described the election as fair and peaceful, expressing hope that Asaduzzaman would prioritize the aspirations of the people of Shailkupa and Jhenaidah. In his remarks, Asaduzzaman emphasized unity over division, urging all to work together for nation-building and to honor the sacrifices of the July movement and youth.

The election results created a festive mood in the area, as Asaduzzaman’s decisive win over Rahman, who received 57,055 votes, was celebrated by supporters and locals.

BNP candidate Mohammad Aslam Chowdhury, newly elected from Chattogram-4 (Sitakunda) in the 13th National Parliamentary Election, paid a courtesy visit to his rival Jamaat candidate Anwar Siddiqui on Friday, February 13. After the Jumma prayers, Aslam visited Siddiqui’s residence, exchanged greetings, offered sweets, inquired about his health, and wished him well. He called for joint efforts for the overall development of the area, emphasizing unity beyond political rivalry.

During the meeting, Aslam Chowdhury stated that electoral competition is part of democracy but that collective work is essential for local progress and prosperity. He urged all to work shoulder to shoulder to fulfill public expectations and sought Siddiqui’s cooperation in this regard. In response, Anwar Siddiqui assured full cooperation and expressed hope that Aslam would play a stronger role in regional development if he assumes ministerial responsibility in the future.

Local BNP and Jamaat leaders were present at the meeting. Observers described the initiative as a positive example of political courtesy and mutual respect in local politics.

National Youth Power central committee organizer and former convener of the Sunamganj Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, Imonddoja Ahmed, known as 'July Warrior', was attacked late Friday night in the Kazi Point area of Sunamganj town. According to local and eyewitness sources, he was on his way to attend a meeting at Wasim Akbar’s house ahead of a cricket match scheduled for Saturday at Sunamganj Stadium when a group of assailants armed with sticks and rods launched a sudden attack.

The attackers beat him severely, breaking his left arm and leaving injuries on his back, head, and legs. Police arrived quickly after receiving reports, but the attackers fled the scene. Locals rescued the injured leader and admitted him to Sunamganj Sadar Hospital, where he is currently receiving treatment. District student leader Nihal confirmed that Imonddoja sustained multiple injuries and is under medical care.

NCP district coordinator Dewan Sazaur Raja Chowdhury Suman said the reason behind the attack remains unknown and called for those responsible to be brought to justice after investigation.

A district-wide referendum was held across four parliamentary constituencies in Kushtia, with results released by the district election office on February 14, 2026. Kushtia-2 (Mirpur-Veramara) recorded the highest number of yes votes, while Kushtia-4 (Kumarkhali-Khoksa) saw the most no votes. In Kushtia-1 (Daulatpur), 282,585 people voted, with 178,914 yes votes and 64,064 no votes. Kushtia-2 had 348,547 voters, including 238,134 yes votes and 76,161 no votes. Kushtia-3 (Sadar) saw 320,969 voters, with 234,879 yes votes and 65,289 no votes. Kushtia-4 recorded 307,806 votes, with 197,013 yes votes and 85,696 no votes.

According to the election office, voter turnout ranged between 69.86 and 72.92 percent across the four constituencies. Kushtia-2 led in total yes votes, while Kushtia-4 had the highest number of no votes. Kushtia-1 recorded the lowest counts in both categories.

The results highlight varying levels of support across constituencies, with overall participation exceeding two-thirds of registered voters in each area.

BNP Vice Chairman Md. Shahjahan, who won the Noakhali-4 (Sadar-Subarnachar) constituency in the 13th National Parliamentary Election, visited the home of his defeated rival, Jamaat-e-Islami district chief Ishaq Khandaker, on Friday, February 13. The meeting took place at Khandaker’s residence in Alipur, Ward 4 of Noakhali Municipality, where the two exchanged greetings, shared sweets, and pledged to cooperate in building a modern Noakhali.

According to the official results, Shahjahan secured 219,182 votes, while Ishaq Khandaker received 148,989. Shahjahan described the election as competitive but peaceful, emphasizing BNP’s commitment to democratic values, mutual respect, and development beyond political differences. He said the people were happy to vote freely on February 12 after years of restricted political expression.

Ishaq Khandaker accepted the results and congratulated Shahjahan, pledging constructive participation for local peace and development. Photos of their meeting circulated widely on social media, drawing praise from users for promoting political harmony. Local BNP leader Harunur Rashid Azad said the gesture reflected tolerance and mutual respect following a fair election.

Rashed Khan, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) candidate for the Jhenaidah-4 (Kaliganj) constituency, lost the parliamentary election to Jamaat-e-Islami’s candidate Abu Talib, who ran under the scale symbol and secured 105,999 votes including postal ballots. Following the result, Rashed Khan posted on Facebook on Friday afternoon, expressing gratitude to the citizens of Jhenaidah-4 for their support and acknowledging the challenges he faced as a newcomer in politics.

In his post, Khan thanked local BNP leaders, including former senior joint convener Hamidul Islam Hamid, for their encouragement. He stated that despite conspiracies, he gave his best effort in a short time and was moved by the affection he received. Khan urged supporters to remain patient and united, assuring that development in Jhenaidah-4 would continue under the BNP government. The report noted that internal divisions within the BNP weakened his campaign, as many party members did not accept him and some were expelled.

The election outcome reflected a split among BNP voters, with Rashed Khan and independent candidate Saiful Islam Firoz jointly receiving 133,328 votes, while Abu Talib of Jamaat emerged as the winner.

At least 35 people were injured in a series of post-election clashes, vandalism, and counterattacks across Bagerhat district from Thursday night, February 12, to Friday night, February 13. Police detained two individuals following reports of attacks and property damage in Sadar, Morrelganj, and Sharankhola upazilas, where around 20 houses were reportedly vandalized. Joint security forces intervened to restore order.

The violence reportedly stemmed from tensions between local activists of the BNP and Jamaat-e-Islami, who exchanged accusations over the incidents. In Bishnupur Union’s Mandra village, several Jamaat members’ homes were attacked, allegedly by a group led by a local BNP leader. In retaliation, houses of BNP activists were vandalized the following morning. Both parties denied responsibility and called for calm.

Bagerhat police superintendent Md Hasan Chowdhury said law enforcement remains active under a zero-tolerance policy toward violence and that operations are ongoing to identify and arrest those involved.

Leaders of Bangladesh’s eleven-party alliance have alleged widespread vote rigging during the recent national election and warned of launching a strong movement if ongoing attacks and arson against their activists are not stopped. Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman made the statement on Friday night at a press conference held at the party’s central office. He said that although voting was largely fair, the counting process was manipulated, and alliance members continue to face threats and violence across the country.

National Citizen Party (NCP) convener Nahid Islam echoed the allegations, claiming that specific constituencies such as Dhaka-8, Dhaka-13, and the Jamaat secretary general’s seat were deliberately targeted to alter results using administrative influence. He said the alliance had welcomed the initial fair voting but condemned the subsequent manipulation. Nahid Islam also stated that the coalition would submit formal complaints to the Election Commission and determine its final stance based on the Commission’s response.

Bangladesh Khilafat Majlis Ameer Allama Mamunul Haque also alleged irregularities in his constituency and vowed not to accept any disrespect to the spirit of July.

The National Citizens Party (NCP) has alleged widespread violence, property damage, and vote tampering following the announcement of election results in Bangladesh. Party spokesperson Asif Mahmud Sajib Bhuiyan said at a briefing that although election day passed without major bloodshed, attacks and acts of terrorism began afterward in various areas. He claimed that NCP activists were assaulted in nearly all constituencies where the party contested, and a worker of a rebel BNP candidate was killed.

According to Bhuiyan, the NCP contested 30 seats and won six, receiving a total of 2,270,032 votes, or 3.5 percent of the cast ballots. He accused election officials of altering results in at least three constituencies—Dhaka-8, Panchagarh-1, and Dinajpur-5—by delaying announcements and recounting votes multiple times. The party has filed recount requests with the Election Commission. Bhuiyan also alleged that counting irregularities favored the BNP, which he said was given two-thirds of the seats through planned manipulation.

He further claimed that about 68 percent of voters supported the “yes” option in a referendum and urged law enforcement to act against post-election violence, warning that the 11-party alliance may launch street protests if attacks continue.

An arson attack damaged the garden house of Shahjahan Kabir, president of the BNP’s Dhamti Union unit, in Debidwar upazila of Cumilla on Friday night, February 13. According to local sources, a group of unidentified assailants set fire to the property under cover of darkness and fled the scene. Parts of the house were damaged, but locals managed to bring the blaze under control soon after it started.

The incident triggered strong condemnation and protests throughout the upazila. Leaders of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) denounced the attack, describing it as cowardly and unacceptable. The member secretary of Cumilla North District BNP wrote on Facebook that such acts of violence, whether politically or personally motivated, challenge law and order and human values, demanding exemplary punishment for those responsible.

Debidwar Police Station Officer-in-Charge Moniruzzaman confirmed that police visited the site after receiving reports of the fire. However, no written complaint had been filed as of the report’s publication, and legal action will follow once a complaint is submitted.

Newly elected Member of Parliament for Brahmanbaria-6 and chief coordinator of Ganosamhati Andolon, Zonayed Saki, stated that the nationwide victory of the BNP alliance partners in the recent election will help advance the implementation of the July National Charter and strengthen the struggle for democracy. In a statement released to the media on Friday, he said the people have entrusted the alliance with the responsibility of reforming the state system, restructuring governance, and ensuring democratic transition. He expressed hope that the next parliament would move forward by forming and activating a constitutional reform council.

Saki thanked the people of Bancharampur for electing him and recalled the long anti-fascist struggle, joint movements, and a bloody mass uprising that paved the way for justice, reform, and elections. He praised voters across the country for exercising their voting rights with discipline and acknowledged the roles of all political parties, the interim government, and the Election Commission in successfully completing the election despite some limitations.

He expressed optimism about building a united Bangladesh based on national unity and reaffirmed his commitment to fulfilling electoral pledges in cooperation with all democratic forces.

National Citizen Party (NCP) candidates have filed petitions with the Election Commission seeking recounts in Dhaka-8, Panchagarh-1, and Dinajpur-5 constituencies. The party’s spokesperson and election steering committee chairman, Asif Mahmud Sajib Bhuiyan, announced the move at a press conference held on Friday at the NCP central office in Banglamotor, Dhaka.

According to Asif Mahmud, the NCP contested 30 constituencies and won six seats. The party’s symbol, Shapla Koli, received a total of 2,270,032 votes, representing 3.5 percent of the total cast votes. He claimed that in the three disputed constituencies, NCP candidates were initially leading but were later shown as narrowly defeated after prolonged result delays, multiple counts, and alleged vote “cutting.”

The recount petitions have been formally submitted to the Election Commission, and the party awaits the commission’s response regarding the review requests.

The Election Commission (EC) of Bangladesh has signed the official gazette listing the 297 winning candidates from the recently concluded 13th parliamentary election. The signing took place around 11 p.m. under the leadership of Chief Election Commissioner A.M.M. Nasir Uddin. According to EC sources, the gazette was issued late Friday night, confirming the names of the newly elected representatives.

Election Commissioner Abdur Rahman confirmed the signing and stated that the government is aware of who will administer the oath to the new members of parliament. Following the gazette publication, the EC will formally request the government to arrange the oath-taking ceremony for the elected lawmakers.

The report indicates that the oath ceremony could take place on Saturday or within the current week, allowing the new parliament to begin its session before the start of Ramadan.

BNP leaders and activists staged a protest on Friday, February 13, 2026, in front of the Pabna Deputy Commissioner and District Returning Officer’s office, demanding a recount of votes in Pabna-3 (Chatmohar, Bhangura, Faridpur) and Pabna-4 (Ishwardi-Atgharia) constituencies. The demonstration lasted from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., with participants chanting slogans rejecting the election results. Security was tightened around the DC office, with police, BGB, and additional army personnel deployed. The two defeated BNP candidates, Hasan Zafir Tuhin and Habibur Rahman Habib, met with the returning officer, who assured them that their petitions would be forwarded to the Election Commission.

Tuhin alleged that the administration acted unfairly during the election, accusing law enforcement of harassing BNP supporters, attacking voters, and detaining polling agents. Habib echoed similar claims. The Assistant Commissioner Abdul Alim confirmed that both applications had been sent to the Election Commission, which would decide on the matter. The situation in both constituencies remains tense.

In the final results, Jamaat’s Abu Taleb Mondol won Pabna-4 by 3,801 votes, while Jamaat’s Maulana Ali Azgar won Pabna-3 by 3,269 votes.