Political control over EC biggest problem: CEC
The current election commission does not intend to serve any political party, he says
Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) AMM Nasir Uddin has identified political control over the Election Commission as the key reason for its tarnished reputation.
Speaking at the RFED Media Award event held at the Election Commission premises today (9 February), the CEC emphasised that unless this interference stops, the commission cannot function effectively.
He stressed that the commission does not intend to serve any political party or engage in politics. Instead, he assured that it would remain committed to conducting its duties impartially.
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"The commission will work according to its commitment," he stated, highlighting the importance of upholding institutional integrity.
CEC Nasir Uddin said that the Election Commission, as an institution, has been "destroyed" due to various pressures.
"In reality, all institutions in the country are facing the same situation," he added, pointing to a broader crisis in governance.
Urging help from all stakeholders to ensure credible elections, the CEC acknowledged that the commission alone cannot hold a free, fair, and neutral election.
Expressing his openness to criticism, the CEC stated, "Differences of opinion are natural and do not imply opposition. I accept criticism as a sign of potential shortcomings and use it to improve myself."
He stated that everyone has contributed to harming the country through unquestioning applause. "We must move beyond the applause. It's crucial to address issues based on reality," he added.
The remarks come amid growing concerns about the independence of the Election Commission and its ability to conduct fair elections without external influence.
