- A national vote with no candidates.
- Voters choose “Yes” or “No” on reform proposals.
- A single question covering four reform areas.
- A “Yes” vote triggers major changes in state governance.
Election Factbox
Total Voters
12,77,11,793
Male Voters
6,48,25361
Female Voters
6,28,85200
Third Gender
1,232
Total Constituencies
299
Total Candidates
2028
Independent
273
Contesting Parties
50
Click a district to see constituency details
Source: Bangladesh Election Commission.
Disclaimer: This information is provisional and subject to updates or corrections.
Source: Bangladesh Election Commission.
Disclaimer: This information is provisional and subject to updates or corrections.
At a Glance: Referendum 2026
WHAT IS A REFERENDUM
- A national vote with no candidates.
- Voters choose “Yes” or “No” on reform proposals.
- A single question covering four reform areas.
- A “Yes” vote triggers major changes in state governance.
WHY IS IT BEING HELD
- The government says it reflects the demands of the 5 August 2024 Mass Uprising.
- It seeks public approval to implement the July National Charter 2025.
KEY ISSUES
- Restoration of the caretaker government system and restructuring of constitutional bodies.
- Introduction of a bicameral parliament.
- Rebalancing power through prime ministerial term limits, a stronger opposition role, and judicial independence.
- Implementation of the July Charter.
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