Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:12am on 14 Feb 2026,Saturday International
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) regained control of the government in the 2026 general election, securing a commanding more than two‑thirds majority in the 300‑seat Jatiya Sangsad (Parliament) after years out of power. BNP chairman Tarique Rahman, returning from years abroad, clinched victory in his constituencies and is poised to become the next prime minister. The election followed the end of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s long rule, with the ruling Awami League barred from contesting. Analysts say the result reflects popular desire for change, not a radical revolution, as BNP’s organisational strength delivered success at the polls. (PC: AP)
