Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Kazi Habibul Awal today (August 27) underscored the need for the active role of polling agents in the upcoming elections as their role is important for holding the elections in a free and fair manner.

He told journalists after holding a one-and-half-an-hour meeting with British High Commissioner to Bangladesh Sarah Cook at Nirbachan Bhaban in city's Agargaon.

He said, "I have emphasized that the role of the polling agents is important for the elections to be free and fair." 

Mentioning that Sarah Cook talked about holding participatory and acceptable elections, he said that they will encourage the polling agents with positive vibes so that they could play their respective roles with courage.

"This will reduce the risk of irregularities in the polling stations," he added.

Pointing out that the role of the media in the election also came up in the discussion, he said, "The issue of the observer was also discussed."

"In this regard, we informed her (Sarah Cook) that we are very focused on transparency. For this, I am expecting objective support from the observers and the media."

He hoped that media would act as a mirror during the coming elections.

BDST: 1931 HRS, AUGUST 27, 2023
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