The elections held on February 12, 2026, resulted in a decisive win for the Tarique Rahman-led Bangladesh Nationalist Party, which captured a two-thirds majority in the Jatiya Sangsad (parliament).
Domestic broadcasters and election officials reported that the BNP and its allies secured over 209 seats out of 299 contested, with the Bangladesh Jamaat‑e‑Islami alliance winning around 68 seats as the main opposition force.
The vote marked the first competitive general election since the 2024 uprising that toppled longtime leader Sheikh Hasina, ending her 15-year rule.
Rahman, returning from years in exile, has pledged to prioritize restoring governance, tackling economic challenges, and strengthening democratic institutions as he prepares to become prime minister.
Turnout was reported at nearly 60 percent of registered voters, and a constitutional referendum held alongside the polls showed widespread support for reforms including term limits and judicial independence.
World leaders, including India’s prime minister and counterparts from China, the United States and Pakistan, have sent congratulatory messages, underlining the election’s broader regional importance.
Observers described the voting as peaceful and competitive, though some opposition voices raised concerns over parts of the vote-counting process.