Bangladesh to probe rigging claims over past three polls

The interim government of Bangladesh has formed a committee to investigate allegations of irregularities, corruption and administrative involvement in the 2014, 2018, and 2024 general elections and make recommendations on ensuring fair elections in the future, a notification said.

The panel will submit a report by September 30 on allegations that the three polls were manipulated to secure victories for the Awami League party by depriving citizens of their voting rights.

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