Parliament to Decide on Use of Party Symbols in Local Elections: Mirza Fakhrul

Speaking to journalists at the Secretariat, the Minister emphasized that while reforms are being discussed, the legislative body will have the ultimate authority to determine the electoral framework for grassroots governance.

Minister Fakhrul highlighted that the government intends to prioritize elections for City Corporations whose tenures are nearing completion. He noted that political administrators often prove more effective and people-oriented than purely bureaucratic systems in managing local government affairs. The Minister’s remarks underscore the new administration's goal of maintaining democratic continuity while revitalizing local service delivery. This discussion follows a period of debate within the political landscape, where several parties and civil society groups have advocated for a return to non-partisan local elections to reduce polarization at the community level.