Election Commission to Hold Dialogue with Media Today

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The Election Commission (EC) is set to hold a daylong dialogue with media representatives on Monday, marking another key step in its ongoing preparations for the forthcoming 13th National Parliamentary Election.

Md. Asadul Haque, Assistant Director of the EC’s Public Relations Department, confirmed the development on Sunday, saying that the discussions aim to ensure transparency and strengthen cooperation between the media and the commission in the election process.

According to the schedule, the first session with television media representatives will begin at 10:30 am, followed by a second round with print and online journalists at 2:30 pm. Around 40 media professionals are expected to participate in the two sessions, where the EC will seek feedback and recommendations on issues such as election coverage, information flow, and media access during the polls.

The EC views the media as an essential partner in ensuring free, fair, and credible elections. Officials said the upcoming dialogue will help bridge communication gaps and build confidence among journalists regarding the commission’s preparedness and operational plans.

In continuation of its stakeholder engagement, the EC is also scheduled to hold meetings with women leaders and election experts on October 7. Later, discussions will take place with representatives of the July Movement and political parties.

Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) AMM Nasir Uddin has emphasised that the commission will take into serious consideration the opinions and suggestions collected from these dialogues to make the election process more participatory and transparent.

The EC began its series of pre-election consultations on September 28 with civil society members, academics, and intellectuals. However, participation was relatively low on the opening day, as more than half of the 30 invited guests were absent.

With the national polls approaching, the EC’s ongoing dialogues are seen as part of a broader effort to engage stakeholders, address concerns, and build public confidence in the upcoming electoral process.