Next election will be fully transparent, says CEC

CHATTOGRAM, Oct 12 (BSS): Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) AMM Nasir Uddin said the commission's is committed to conduct a transparent and accountable election.

"It will be a transparent election, nothing will be secret," he told journalists after a meeting with the officials of the administration and law enforcement agencies at the Chattogram Circuit House today.

The EC is dedicated to organise an election that will be open and visible to all, the CEC said rejecting the notion of anything hidden.

Nasir Uddin said, "Our goal is to create conducive environment for voters, ensuring that every Bangladeshi has the opportunity to exercise their vote.

He said, provisions have been made for overseas ballots and electoral staffs to allow them to cast their vote.

The CEC said the commission has no intention to hinder journalists from doing their profession. Instead, we seek their cooperation and partnership.

"We all should play role in advancing democracy. I urge your cooperation and support in this endeavor," he said.

The CEC said Shapla symbol is not included in the prescribed list, so they cannot allocate it to any political party.