Updated: 1 Feb 2026

BANGLADESH: TRANSITION MONITOR

Evidence-based snapshot of reported human rights risks ahead of the 12 February 2026 national election.

12 Feb

Election Date

— days remaining

Up to 1,400+

2024 Protest Deaths

Source: UN OHCHR

198

Mob Killings (2025)

Source: Ain o Salish Kendra

Civic Space & Media Risks

Indicator (trend-based)

Rights groups and media watchdogs report increased pressure on journalists and civic space during the transition period.

+230%

Reported surge in attacks on journalists

Source context: Human Rights Watch | CIVICUS Monitor

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200+

Accreditations reportedly cancelled

Source: Associated Press

Timeline of Reported Developments (2025–2026)

May 2025
Reported restrictions affecting political activities
Source: Reuters

Oct 2025
Rights groups reported a crackdown risk
Source: Human Rights Watch

Dec 2025
Reported attacks on media offices
Source: Associated Press

Jan 2026
Amnesty issued public warning ahead of elections
Source: Amnesty International

Election-Period Violence & Minority Risks

Election-related clashes and targeted violence have been reported since the announcement of the election schedule.

Election violence source: Al Jazeera

51

Reported Incidents

Source: ASK

10

Reported Killings

Source: Human Rights Watch

Additional context: USCIRF

Presented by: Minhaz Samad Chowdhury
Independent Human Rights Defender

All figures are based on publicly available reporting from UN bodies, international human rights organisations, national monitoring groups, and reputable media sources. Wording reflects estimates or reported incidents where applicable.