Bangladesh’s Awami League criticized the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government for barring the party from participating in the upcoming February 2026 elections. The party alleged that the move was a deliberate attempt to sideline a significant portion of voters, undermining the democratic process.
The Awami League argued that by preventing their participation, the interim government was essentially manipulating the electoral landscape. They emphasized that excluding a major political party like theirs undermines the fundamental principles of democracy, turning the election into a controlled exercise with a predetermined outcome.
According to the Awami League, the decision to ban their party was not based on legitimate reasons but rather a strategic move to prevent Islamist extremists and criminal elements from gaining power. They warned that such actions could lead to radicalization, political violence, and a loss of public trust in the electoral system.
The party called on the international community to reject an election conducted under such circumstances, highlighting the importance of ensuring a fair and inclusive electoral process to uphold democratic values.
