Sheikh Hasina hopes: Awami League will be given a chance to participate in the elections

29 October, 2025, 10:55 pm

Last modified: 29 October, 2025, 11:17 pm

Sheikh Hasina hopes: Awami League will be given a chance to participate in the elections

29 October, 2025, 10:55 pm

Last modified: 29 October, 2025, 11:17 pm

Crores of Awami League supporters will boycott next year's elections. They will take such action in protest against the Awami League not being allowed to participate in the national elections. Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina made these comments in an exclusive interview with Reuters from New Delhi, India, on October 29.

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