No doubt election will be free and fair: Home Adviser

He made the remarks while speaking to journalists after visiting a mock polling centre at Tetuljhora High School in Savar in the afternoon.

The mock polling exercise was organised ahead of the national election by the Savar Upazila administration in coordination with the Bangladesh Army, Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), RAB, Ansar, police, Fire Service, village police and Bangladesh Scouts, reports UNB. 

“The election will be held in a free, fair and neutral manner. There is not the slightest doubt about it,” the Home Affairs Adviser said.

He also said those expressing doubts about the election represent only a small group. “They are speaking from abroad after fleeing the country. If they have the courage, they should come back and speak here,” he added.

Jahangir Alam Chowdhury expressed confidence that voters across the country would turn out in large numbers and participate spontaneously in the polls. “When people go to the polling centres, those spreading confusion will be left embarrassed,” he said.

The adviser also said efforts would be made to change the uniform of the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) in order to uphold the force’s dignity.

Home Secretary Nasimul Gani, Inspector General of Police Baharul Alam and other senior officials were present at the event.