Dhaka: The Election Commission (EC) has requested the public administration ministry to deploy at least two executive magistrates at the upazila level immediately following the announcement of the election schedule, commission officials stated today. This move is aimed at ensuring the adherence to the electoral code of conduct during the upcoming elections.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the commission has formally asked the senior secretary of the public administration ministry to initiate steps for the deployment of two executive magistrates in each upazila or police station. The presence of these magistrates is crucial for maintaining order and ensuring compliance with the electoral code.
The executive magistrates are expected to remain in their designated areas for makeshift election duties until two days after the voting concludes. During this period, they will conduct mobile court trials in instances of breaches of the electoral code under the Mobile Court Act of 2009. This initiative is part of the EC’s broader strategy to uphold the integrity of the electoral process.