Bangladesh election 2026 result highlights: Stage set for Tarique Rahman as new PM after BNP's landslide victory

Bangladesh election results 2026 live updates: Visuals from the Bangladesh Parliament show preparations as Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader Tarique Rahman is set to take oath as Prime Minister on Saturday, reported PTI news agency.

The BNP on Friday claimed victory in the general elections, set to replace the interim administration that took charge after the collapse of the Awami League regime in August 2024.

Bangladesh election results 2026 live updates: The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and its allies have secured 182 seats so far in the ongoing parliamentary vote count, reported The Daily Star.

Jamaat-e-Islami and its allies have won 62 constituencies, according to the latest available figures.

Counting has been completed in 251 constituencies, while results are still awaited in the remaining 48 seats.

Bangladesh election results 2026 live updates: Bangladesh Election Commissioner Abul Fazal Md Sanaullah on Thursday thanked political parties, media, observers and security personnel for their role in conducting what he described as a “historic election” on 13 February.

“I thank all political leaders, media representatives, observers, security personnel, and everyone involved for their role in this historic election on 13 February. On behalf of the Election Commission, I express our sincere gratitude,” he said, reported PTI news agency.

Emphasising the Commission’s approach, he added, “Our only commitment was to ensure a transparent and impartial election through strict enforcement of the law. We treated this responsibility as a sacred trust and completed it successfully.”

He also acknowledged public participation and any possible lapses. “I thank the people for their enthusiastic participation and seek forgiveness for any shortcomings.”

Sanaullah said the campaign formally concludes with this announcement and that detailed statistical data would be shared separately. “The campaign formally ends here, and remaining statistical details will be shared separately. Long live Bangladesh and its democracy.”

Bangladesh election results 2026 live updates: The Bangladesh Election Commission (EC) has decided to postpone the announcement of results in three constituencies due to pending court cases, according to a Jamuna TV report.

The affected constituencies are Sherpur-2, Chittagong-2, and Chittagong-4.

Bangladesh election results 2026 live updates: Here are the top developments following Bangladesh’s parliamentary election:

1. Tarique Rahman’s Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has declared victory after local media projected a two-thirds majority for the centre-right party in Thursday’s polls.

2. The Bangladesh Election Commission has not yet released the final results, though a formal statement is expected shortly.

3. The rival Jamaat-e-Islami-led alliance has raised concerns about the “integrity of the results process”, alleging irregularities and citing “inconsistencies and fabrications in unofficial result announcement”.

4. The BNP has said it will not organise celebratory rallies or public meetings. Instead, the party plans to hold special prayers at mosques nationwide at noon.

5. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have congratulated Rahman and the BNP on their claimed victory. The US ambassador to Bangladesh has also extended his congratulations.

Bangladesh election results 2026 live updates: Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi on Friday congratulated Tarique Rahman on the Bangladesh election outcome and expressed hope for stronger democratic and bilateral ties.

“I congratulate him (Tarique Rahman). I hope that he, given the huge responsibility Bangladesh has placed on him, a responsibility he received after so many protests, and the economy has been destroyed, will restore democracy and the India-Bangladesh relationship... I hope that, once democracy is restored, our long-standing relationship will regain momentum and that they will maintain some distance from negative influences in this region, especially from Pakistan,” she told ANI news agency.

Bangladesh election results 2026 live updates: Jamaat has raised allegations of "abnormal delays" and "result tampering," warning that it would launch a tough movement if the public mandate were "snatched away".

Speaking to reporters at the Election Commission building early morning, Jamaat's assistant secretary general Ahsanul Mahboob Zubair alleged that returning officers were intentionally delaying results to favour a “particular party," AFP reported.

Bangladesh election results 2026 live updates: Indian National Congress (INC) chief Mallikarjun Kharge has congratulated Tarique Rahman and his BNP party for the victory in the Bangladesh elections.

“India and Bangladesh share deep rooted bonds of history, language, culture, and multitude of other commonalities. A democratic, progressive and inclusive Bangladesh would always be supported by all Indians for the stability and peace of our region,” he added.

Bangladesh election results 2026 live updates: Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday conveyed his “warmest felicitations” to BNP's Tarique Rahman on leading the BNP to a landslide victory.

“I look forward to working closely with the new Bangladesh leadership to further strengthen our historic, brotherly multifaceted bilateral relations and advance our shared goals of peace, stability, and development in South Asia and beyond,” PM Sharif said in a post on social media.

The Pakistan PM also extended his greetings to the “people of Bangladesh on the successful conduct of the elections”.

Bangladesh election results 2026 live updates: US embassy in aBngladesh congratulated BNP and Tarique Rahman on ‘historic victory,’ saying, “Congratulations to the people of Bangladesh on a successful election and to the Bangladesh Nationalist Party and Tarique Rahman on your historic victory.”

The mission's post on facebook further read, “The United States looks forward to working with you to realize shared goals of prosperity and security for both our countries.”

Bangladesh election results 2026 live updates: Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari on Friday shared a post congratulating Tarique Rahman on the Bangladesh Nationalists Party’s "landslide victory.”

“Pakistan reaffirms strong support for democratic partnership and shared progress ahead,” he added.

He also sent his congratulations to “the people of Bangladesh on their successful, peaceful polls.”

Bangladesh election results 2026 live updates: Of the total 20 constituencies in the capital city Dhaka, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has won 13 seats, according to according to bdnews 24, Prothom Alo and The Business Standard.

The key Opposition alliance Jamaat-e-Islami managed to secure just four seats and the Sudent-led NCP won one.

The seats won by BNP are Dhaka 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13, 16, 17, 18, and 20.

Bangladesh election result 2026 live updates: Bangladesh Nationalist Party's media unit on Friday said that the party has secured enough votes to run the parliament on its own, as the final rusults tally is still awaited.

However, multiple local media outlets have annouced the BNP's victory. According to The Daily Star, BNP has secured 181 seats, way past the simple majority mark of 150.

The BNP chief, Tarique Rahman is set to hold the prime ministerial chair. Rahman, the son of former Bangladesh PM Khalida Zia, returned to Bangladesh in December after 17 years in self-exile in London. The 60-year-old is set to be the first elected PM after Sheikh Hasina's ouster in 2024.

Bangladesh election results 2026 live updates: New Delhi is in a delicate diplomatic position, forced into a significant departure from the decade-long collab with Hasina’s Awami League.

The return of a BNP-led government, traditionally seen as more aligned with Islamist elements and less cooperative on cross-border security, presents a complex challenge for India.

While India has maintained that it will work with whoever the people of Bangladesh choose, the presence of Hasina on Indian soil adds friction.

Earlier in the day, PM Modi congratulated Rahman and said that India will “continue to stand in support of a democratic, progressive and inclusive Bangladesh.”

Bangladesh election results 2026 live updates: As Tarique Rahman's BNP is set to get an absolute majority in first election post Sheikh Hasina's ouster. Hasina’s party, the Bangladesh Awami League remains banned, and she is in self‑imposed exile in Delhi.

This has meant Dhaka is unhappy with Delhi, as she has been sentenced to death over “crimes against humanity” during the July 2024 protests but India has so far not exradited her.

Bangladesh election results 2026 live updates: The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has secured 181 seats and Jamaat-e-Islami trails with 61 seats, reported The Daily Star. Meanwhile, counting of votes for 249 out of 299 seats have been completed.

Bangladesh election results 2026 live updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday congratulated BNP's Tarique Rahman as the party sweeps Bangladesh elections.

In a post on X, he said, "I convey my warm congratulations to Mr. Tarique Rahman on leading BNP to a decisive victory in the Parliamentary elections in Bangladesh.

“This victory shows the trust of the people of Bangladesh in your leadership,” he added.

"India will continue to stand in support of a democratic, progressive and inclusive Bangladesh. I look forward to working with you to strengthen our multifaceted relations and advance our common development goals," the post further said.

Bangladesh election results 2026 live updates: The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and its allies have secured 177 seats so far in the ongoing parliamentary vote count.

A total of 237 constituencies have been completed, while counting is still underway in the remaining 62 seats.

Meanwhile, Jamaat-e-Islami and its allies have secured 53 constituencies, according to the latest available figures.

Bangladesh election results 2026 live updates: As the Bangladesh Nationalist Party leads in 198 seats, by 9:10 am, Mazharul Islam, a retired Bangladesh government official, says, “The result that has already happened was mostly expected by people in Bangladesh,” reported ANI.

“BNP was severely tortured during the period of the fascist government from 2008 to the end of 2024. After a long time, the people of this country have given them the greatest chance. I hope the BNP will provide the best facilities, especially to the country's marginalised people. In the long run, the BNP will go ahead,” he added.

Bangladesh election results 2026 live updates: The Jamaat-e-Islami party says it is not “satisfied with the process surrounding the election results,” reported Al Jazeera.

Jamaat called on its supporters to “remain patient and await the official programme of the 11-party alliance,” it added.

Bangladesh election results 2026 live updates: Counting of votes has been concluded for 225 of the total 299 constituencies, with the results pending for 74 seats, as reported by The Daily Star.

By 9:10 am local time, the BNP has bagged 166 seats, so far, while Jamaat-e-Islami and its allies have managed to get 52 constituencies, it added.

Bangladesh election results 2026 live updates: Tarique rahman’s party in a statement said that they will not hold any rallies or meetings to mark the landslide victory after 20 years, instead BNP will hold prayer meet.

In a statement cited by Al Jazeera, BNP asked its supporters for ‘forgiveness and good wishes” for the late PM Khalida Zia, who passed away last year in December.

Bangladesh election results 2026 live updates: The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has claimed victory in the parliamentary elections, with its leadership striking a note of caution rather than celebration.

Two days before polling, Tarique Rahman had told AFP he was “confident” that his party — which was sidelined during the 15 years of ousted premier Sheikh Hasina’s rule — would return to power in the South Asian nation of 170 million people.

After voting, senior BNP leader Salahuddin Ahmed reiterated that the outcome was on expected lines. “This victory was expected. It is not surprising that the people of Bangladesh have placed their trust in a party... capable of realising the dreams that our youth envisioned during the uprising,” he told AFP on Friday.

He, however, underscored the challenges ahead. “This is not a time for celebration, as we will face mounting challenges in building a country free from discrimination.”

Bangladesh election results 2026 live updates: Bangladesh had earlier boycotted the T20 World Cup co-hosted by India after leaders from Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s BJP and right-wing Hindutva groups objected to Kolkata Knight Riders, the IPL franchise owned by actor Shah Rukh Khan, signing a Bangladeshi Muslim cricketer.

Subsequently, Pakistan aligned with Bangladesh at the International Cricket Council (ICC), headed by Jay Shah, the son of India’s Home Minister Amit Shah. Pakistan has also been strengthening ties with Dhaka, recently resuming direct flights and exploring a potential defence agreement.

Despite these developments, India has maintained outreach to the BNP and Tarique Rahman, and is looking to preserve its longstanding relationship with Dhaka under a new government, particularly amid China’s growing regional influence.

Bangladesh election results 2026 live updates: The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and its allies have secured 160 constituencies, while Jamaat-e-Islami and its allies are trailing with 43 seats, The Daily Star reported as of 8:40 am.

The figures are based on ongoing counts, with official confirmation from the Election Commission still awaited.