Barishal sees 50% voter turnout, Khulna 42-45%: CEC
Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Kazi Habibul Awal
Chief Election Commissioner Kazi Habibul Awal said the possible voter turnout at Barishal City Corporation election was 50%, while in Khulna, it ranged between 42% and 45%.
The chief election commissioner provided these estimations after voting concluded at 4pm Monday in the two city corporations.
During a briefing at the Election Commission (EC) Office, Kazi Habibul Awal mentioned that adequate preparations were made to ensure the prevention of post-poll violence in Barishal and Khulna.
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He also noted that the polling in these two southern cities took place amidst festivities and in a free and fair manner, with only a few minor incidents reported.
