Despite deep disagreements over the timing of the referendum and other issues, major political parties agreed on one point yesterday -- the proposed four-part referendum question is too difficult for voters to understand.

Although the BNP is not fully satisfied with the government’s decisions on key issues regarding the July charter’s implementation, it has chosen a softer stance over the matter, ruling out any stern move for now. 

Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus has said the Awami League would not be able to take part in the upcoming national election as its activities have been suspended under the country’s anti-terrorism laws.

Ready to be arrested for saying ‘Joy Bangla’, he says

Viral video showed Salma Islam being hit with a plastic pipe

Akhter Hossen says referendum questions left vague, open to political manipulation

Nayeb-e-Ameer Taher says three advisers misleading Yunus

Jamaat-e-Islami Nayeb-e-Ameer Syed Abdullah Mohammad Taher yesterday said Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus has created confusion by announcing that the national election and referendum would be held on the same day.

Several political parties have criticised the Election Commission for amending the Representation of the People Order (RPO) and drafting the electoral code of conduct without prior consultation.

The BNP yesterday thanked Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus for confirming the February 2026 election plan and announcing that the July charter referendum will be held on the same day.

The National Citizen Party, founded by student leaders who spearheaded last year’s July mass uprising, has criticised President Mohammad Shahabuddin issuing the July National Charter (Constitution Reform) Implementation Order, 2025.

Leaders question July Charter Implementation Order issued by the president

Party's official statement likely to come after 8:00pm

Porwar says chief adviser’s announcement ‘ignored people’s demand’

Warns against attempts to revive Hasina’s ‘authoritarian structure’

Chief adviser outlines referendum-linked roadmap

Police have set up 26 checkpoints across major roads and highways

Welcomed announcement of verdict date in case against Hasina

Tackling corruption and restoring law and order are top priorities of young voters ahead of the polls, according to a survey by the Bangladesh Youth Leadership Centre (BYLC).

Jamaat-e-Islami, Islami Andolan Bangladesh and six other like-minded parties yesterday warned that they may launch an indefinite sit-in programme until their five-point demand is met.