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LIVEBangladesh Election Results 2026 Live: CM Mamata Banerjee congratulates Tarique Rahman, likely to take oath tomorrow, catch all vote updates

Bangladesh begins counting votes in its crucial 2026 general election, the first since Sheikh Hasina’s ouster, with BNP and Jamaat locked in a closely watched contest. Check all Bangladesh Election Results 2026 updates here.

By Rajasree Roy

Feb 13, 2026 11:43 IST
2026-02-13 14:45

EC announces results for 297 seats; BNP-led alliance secures 212

The Election Commission on Friday released the official results for 297 constituencies in Bangladesh’s 13th National Parliament elections, with the BNP-led alliance emerging victorious in 212 seats.

The Jamaat-e-Islami alliance won 77 seats, while Islami Andolan Bangladesh secured one seat, and independent candidates claimed seven. According to Prothom Alo, the EC said results for Chittagong-2 and Chittagong-4 have been deferred due to ongoing court cases. Although the outcome for Sherpur-2 has been declared, its official gazette notification will not be issued for now.

2026-02-13 14:42

Jamaat alleges irregularities after conceding defeat

Jamaat-e-Islami has conceded defeat but raised concerns over alleged vote tampering and irregularities in the election process. In a Facebook post, the party questioned the integrity of the results and pointed to what it described as inconsistencies in several constituencies. The party posted, "Dear fellow citizens, we express our sincere gratitude to you for casting your votes in large numbers throughout the day in such a positive and peaceful atmosphere. However, we are not satisfied with the process surrounding the election results. From candidates of the 11-party alliance narrowly and suspiciously losing in various constituencies, to repeated inconsistencies and fabrications in unofficial result announcements, the Election Commission’s reluctance to publish voter turnout percentages, and indications that a section of the administration leaned towards a major party- all of this undoubtedly raises serious questions about the integrity of the results process. Therefore, we urge everyone to remain patient and await the official programme of the 11-party alliance. Our struggle for justice in pursuit of a humane Bangladesh will continue, Insha’Allah."

2026-02-13 13:37

Bangladesh Election Results 2026: Krishna Nandi loses Khulna-1 seat by wide margin

Jamaat’s only Hindu candidate, Krishna Nandi, has suffered a heavy defeat in the Khulna-1 constituency, according to Desh Rupantor. Nandi secured 70,346 votes, while his BNP rival, Amir Ejaz Khan, won the seat with 1,21,352 votes, registering a decisive margin of victory.

2026-02-13 13:33

Bangladesh Election Results 2026: Tasnim concedes defeat in Dhaka-9, congratulates BNP

Tasnim, the candidate from Dhaka-9, has conceded defeat and extended congratulations to the BNP following its national victory. In a Facebook post, she wrote, "I wish to congratulate the BNP on their national victory. My best wishes also go to Habibur Rashid Habib, the winning candidate in Dhaka 9. I called him last night to offer my congratulations. For the sake of the people of Dhaka 9 as well as Bangladesh, I hope for their success in the term ahead. We will be a constructive force, supporting initiatives that benefit our people and providing a vigilant, principled voice of opposition when they do not."

2026-02-13 13:22

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee congratulates BNP leader Tarique Rahman for victory in Bangladesh elections

In a post on X, the West Bengal Chief Minister, Mamata Banerjee, said, "My hearty congratulations, shubhonandan, to all my brothers and sisters, all the people, in Bangladesh. My advance Ramazan mubarak to all of them. For this great victory, my congratulations to my Tarique-Bhai, his party, and all the parties. Pray, you all be well and happy."

2026-02-13 12:46

Tarique Rahman likely to be sworn in as Bangladesh PM on Saturday

As the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), led by Tarique Rahman, crossed the 200-mark, PTI reported that Tarique Rahman is likely to take the oath as the Prime Minister of Bangladesh after the election results on Saturday.

2026-02-13 12:46

Bangladesh Election Results 2026: ATM Azharul Islam wins Rangpur-2 seat

Jamaat leader ATM Azharul Islam has secured victory in the Rangpur-2 constituency in Bangladesh’s parliamentary elections. His win comes less than a year after the Supreme Court acquitted him in a 1971 war crimes case, following the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s government.

2026-02-13 12:40

Shehbaz Sharif congratulates BNP, signals closer ties with new Bangladesh government

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif congratulated BNP leader Tarique Rahman on the party’s decisive electoral victory and said he looks forward to strengthening cooperation with the new leadership in Bangladesh. Sharing his message on X, Sharif wrote, "I extend my warmest felicitations to Mr. Tarique Rahman on leading the BNP to a resounding victory in the Parliamentary elections in Bangladesh. I also congratulate the people of Bangladesh on the successful conduct of the elections."

2026-02-13 12:36

BNP leader Nazrul Islam Khan welcomes PM Modi’s message, hopes for stronger ties

BNP polls coordination committee chief Nazrul Islam Khan expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his congratulatory message following the election results. “We hope that the relationship between two neighbouring countries and the people of these two countries will be strengthened. We thank Prime Minister Narendra Modi for congratulating our leader, Tarique Rahman,” Khan said. “It's great that a democratic country is supposed to recognise the verdict of the people,” he added.

2026-02-13 12:21

Bangladesh Election Results 2026: BNP wins 151 seats in national polls

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has secured 151 seats in the recently concluded elections, according to official figures released by the Election Commission.

2026-02-13 12:16

Bangladesh Election Results 2026: Jatiya Party fails to win a single seat, GM Quader defeated

The Jatiya Party (JP), once an ally of Sheikh Hasina’s Awami League, suffered a crushing setback in the Bangladesh elections, failing to secure a single seat- one of the worst performances in its history. Despite contesting 196 constituencies across the country, the party failed to win a single seat. The defeat was especially striking in Rangpur division, traditionally regarded as its political base, where it failed to claim even one seat and saw its senior leaders lose. Party chairman GM Quader was defeated in Rangpur-3, managing 37,933 votes. The constituency was won by Jamaat-backed candidate Md Mahbubur Rahman Belal, who secured 1,57,403 votes, while BNP candidate Shamsuzzaman Samu came second with 74,171 votes. According to Desh Rupantor, Quader did not cast his vote on Thursday.

2026-02-13 11:51

Tarique Rahman calls for restraint, urges prayers over celebrations

Acting chairman Tarique Rahman has instructed party leaders and grassroots workers to avoid organising victory rallies or street processions following the party’s strong electoral performance. Instead, he has urged supporters across the country to hold special prayers after Friday’s Juma prayers. The directive was conveyed through his press secretary, Saleh Shibly, who emphasised that no celebratory marches or large public gatherings should take place despite the party’s significant success in the polls.

2026-02-13 11:51

BNP leaders to offer prayers in memory of Khaleda Zia

Leaders of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) will hold special prayers at various mosques to pay tribute to the late Khaleda Zia.

2026-02-13 11:40

'This victory shows the trust of the people', PM Modi congratulates Tarique Rahman

On the historic victory of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party in the 13th general election, Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated BNP's Tarique Rahman. "I convey my warm congratulations to Mr. Tarique Rahman on leading BNP to a decisive victory in the Parliamentary elections in Bangladesh. This victory shows the trust of the people of Bangladesh in your leadership. India will continue to stand in support of a democratic, progressive and inclusive Bangladesh. I look forward to working with you to strengthen our multifaceted relations and advance our common development goals," PM wrote on X (formerly Twitter).

2026-02-13 11:35

'Looks forward to working with you', US congratulates Tarique Rahman

The United States became the first country to congratulate Tarique Rahman and the BNP for the historic victory in the 13th general election of Bangladesh. "Congratulations to the people of Bangladesh on a successful election and to the Bangladesh Nationalist Party and Tarique Rahman on your historic victory. The United States looks forward to working with you to realize shared goals of prosperity and security for both our countries," the US ambassador to Bangladesh wrote on X (formerly Twitter).

2026-02-13 11:29

BNP sweeps all five Dhaka district seats in a decisive victory

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party has secured a resounding victory in Dhaka, clinching all five seats in the district: Dhaka 1, 2, 3, 19 and 20, in a sweeping electoral triumph.

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