Bangladesh presidential election: Voting under way; 349 lawmakers to cast their ballots
- Posted on August 20, 2026
- By The Hindu
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In brief
Bangladesh holds a historic parliamentary election for its presidency, marking the first competitive race in over three decades. A total of 349 legislators participate in casting votes to select the nation's next head of state. The election features two prominent candidates competing for the position, signaling a significant political development in the country's democratic process and governance structure.
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Bangladesh presidential election: Voting under way; 349 lawmakers to cast their ballots
Voting begins in Bangladesh's first contested presidential election in 35 years, with Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir facing Colonel (retd) Oli Ahmed.
