EC sets Mar 14 for elections to women reserved seats

Popoular film actresses Apu Biswas, Nipun Akter and Sohana Saba have purchased nomination papers for the seats reserved for women in parliament, reports bdnews24.com.
The Awami League began selling nomination forms for Tk 50,000 each on Tuesday.
Actresses Apu Biswas, Nipun Akter bought AL nomination forms for reserved parliamentary seats
Apu, who had also sought the Awami League's ticket to contest the recent elections, is optimistic about her chances of securing a reserved seat.
"As I am an actress, I feel a strong connection with the people and want to work for the development of women. If I am given the chance, I'll work for the people," she said.
Apu bought the form for Rajshahi Division's Bogura zone from the ruling party's central office in Gulistan.
Nipun Akter collected the form for the Chattogram Division. She was accompanied by actor Riaz.
"My father was a freedom fighter. He was involved in Awami League politics throughout his life. He was a true patriot. I've been fortunate to be able to work with the Awami League for the last 15 years. Hence, I want to be an Awami League candidate," said Saba.
Although she has never been directly involved in any political activities, Saba said she had taken part in election campaigns in the past.
The Election Commission has finalised Mar 14 as the date of voting for the 50 seats reserved for women in the 12th parliament.
The watchdog finalised the date at a meeting chaired by Chief Election Commissioner Kazi Habibul Awal on Tuesday.