Landslide Victory by the People’s Mandate: Congratulations to BNP and Future Prime Minister Tarique Rahman

Mohammad Abdul Matin | 13 February 2026
A new chapter has begun in Bangladesh’s political landscape following the landslide victory of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and its alliance in the 13th National Parliamentary Election. Through a direct mandate from the people, the BNP is set to return to state power, bringing an end to prolonged political deadlock and uncertainty.
According to unofficially declared results (source: Ittefaq), out of 299 seats, results for 222 seats have so far been announced. Candidates from the BNP and its allied parties have secured victory in 171 seats, ensuring a clear majority in the National Parliament.
The 11-party alliance led by Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has won 44 seats, while candidates from various other political parties have secured 7 seats. The announcement process for the remaining seats is still underway.
Through this election, the people have clearly re