Dhaka, Oct 7 (NationPress) Bangladesh's Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) AMM Nasir Uddin delivered a serious warning on Tuesday regarding the upcoming February 2026 general elections. He emphasized that officials engaging in activities that support any political party will face consequences, as reported by local media.

This declaration was made during his closing comments at a dialogue with election experts at the Election Building in Dhaka.

"The message now is distinct from what it was before. Previously, the warning was that if you do not support me, there would be repercussions. Now, the message is clear—if you support anyone else, you will be held accountable. We have communicated this message multiple times and will continue to do so," the CEC was quoted by Prothom Alo.

Nasir Uddin highlighted that the Election Commission (EC) will consult with former commission officials who possess practical experience in election management to protect the electoral process from fraud and manipulation.

“We will heed the advice of those with hands-on experience. Many of you know firsthand how election fraud can be executed. Having served in the EC for numerous years, your insights on where and how manipulations occur will be invaluable in preventing them,” the CEC remarked during the dialogue.

Last month, he expressed that the EC is confronting major challenges while operating under the current conditions in the country.

In a speech at the Election Officers' Conference-2025 at Nirbachan Bhaban in Dhaka, the CEC noted that while gearing up for next year's general elections and addressing various demands, the EC is facing numerous direct and indirect hurdles.

"Conducting work in Bangladesh is extremely challenging. Especially given the current circumstances, while some find it easy to get things done, it is quite difficult for the majority. This is our reality," Prothom Alo quoted the CEC.

Earlier in August, Nasir Uddin underscored the necessity for election officials to uphold complete neutrality during the upcoming national elections, which he labeled the most challenging yet.

Bangladesh is currently enveloped in uncertainty and political strife as it approaches the next general elections.

The political factions that once allied with Muhammad Yunus to unseat the democratically elected Awami League government led by former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina are now in conflict over reform proposals.