BNP to Form Government by February 15, Says Mirza Fakhrul
Dhaka, February 13, 2026 – Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has announced that the party will form the new government by February 15. Speaking at his residence in Thakurgaon on Friday, Fakhrul said, “The government will be formed by February 15. BNP will enter Parliament with all allied parties.”
BNP Claims Mandate Amid Rising Extremism
Fakhrul emphasized BNP’s role as a party of the people, asserting that extremist forces have gained ground in the country due to the influence of “fascist powers.”
He also highlighted that various opposition parties faced political oppression during the elections, which he believes contributed to Jamaat-e-Islami’s strong performance.
He further stated that the party will gradually implement the issues outlined in the July National Charter, along with the BNP’s electoral manifesto and the 31-point program. Fakhrul described BNP’s overwhelming victory as a clear reflection of the people’s support and affection for the party.
Official Election Results: BNP Dominates Parliament
The 13th National Parliamentary Election has officially declared results for 297 seats. The breakdown is as follows:
BNP: 209 seats
Jamaat-e-Islami: 68 seats
NCP: 6 seats
Bangladesh Khilafat Majlis: 2 seats
Islami Andolon: 1 seat
Khilafat Majlis: 1 seat
Gonosonghoti: 1 seat
BJP: 1 seat
Gonodhikar Party: 1 seat
Independents: 7 seats
Election Commission (EC) Senior Secretary Akhtar Ahmed confirmed these figures during a press briefing at the EC office in Agargaon on Friday afternoon. The results for Chattogram-2 and Chattogram-4 constituencies have been postponed due to legal issues, and one seat remained uncontested.
Voter turnout in the general election was 59.44%, while the referendum saw 60.26% participation, with ‘Yes’ votes totaling 48,074,429 and ‘No’ votes 22,565,627.
Historic Referendum Sees Strong ‘Yes’ Vote
The referendum on constitutional reforms, aimed at shaping a new political structure in Bangladesh, recorded a decisive victory for the ‘Yes’ camp. According to the Election Commission, out of the total votes cast, 60.26% supported the proposed reforms, signaling widespread public endorsement for the July National Charter and the state restructuring agenda.
Akhtar Ahmed emphasized that despite pending court cases in two Chattogram constituencies, the overall results from 299 constituencies were counted and considered valid.
International Congratulatory Messages
BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman received congratulatory messages from prominent Indian leaders following the party’s sweeping victory.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee referred to Rahman as “Tarique Bhai” in her social media post, extending greetings to the people of Bangladesh and wishing them well ahead of Ramadan. She wrote, “For this great victory, my congratulations to Tarique Bhai, his party, and all allied parties. May everyone remain safe and happy.”
Meanwhile, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally called Tarique Rahman to congratulate him on the party’s remarkable electoral success. Modi tweeted that he was delighted to speak with Rahman, extending his best wishes and support for fulfilling the aspirations of the Bangladeshi people.
Modi underscored the historical and cultural ties between the two countries, reaffirming India’s commitment to regional peace and prosperity.
