The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) is leading the early counts in the landmark national election, surpassing its main rival, Jamaat-i-Islami, as reported by Pakistan Today and Dawn. This election marks the first since the 2024 Gen Z-driven uprising that ousted long-time premier Sheikh Hasina. The BNP is currently ahead in 50 seats, while Jamaat holds 18, with 151 seats needed for a majority in the 300-seat Jatiya Sangsad. Tarique Rahman, BNP's prime ministerial candidate, has reportedly won one of the two seats he contested, although official results are pending. Voter turnout is expected to exceed 60%, significantly higher than the 42% recorded in the 2024 election, highlighting a strong public engagement in this pivotal vote (Pakistan Today, Dawn).
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BNP Leads Early Counts in Bangladesh National Election Amid Unrest
BNP leads Bangladesh's pivotal election post-2024 uprising, surpassing Jamaat. High turnout marks public engagement amid unrest. Key reforms and Gen Z impact could reshape political landscape.
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