The Bangladesh Election Commission (EC) has officially announced the cancellation of the scheduled 13th parliamentary election for the Sherpur-3 constituency, which comprises the upazilas of Sreebardi and Jhenaigati. The decision follows the untimely death of the constituency’s candidate, Mohammad Nuruzzaman (Badal) of the Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami party. The Commission confirmed that a new date for the election will be announced in due course.
Mohammad Nuruzzaman, who served as the Secretary of the Sherpur District unit of Jamaat-e-Islami, had been suffering from chronic kidney disease for several years. He passed away on Tuesday, 3 February, at 3:00 a.m. while receiving treatment in hospital. The party verified his death through its official Facebook page at 3:24 a.m. the same morning.
Abdur Rahmanel Mashud of the Election Commission told Prothom Alo: “According to the Representation of the People Order (RPO), if a candidate dies, the election for the relevant constituency is considered null and void. The EC will announce the revised election schedule for Sherpur-3 in due course. Voters will not lose their right to vote, and all necessary preparations will be completed ahead of the rescheduled poll.”
A summary of the key details regarding the Sherpur-3 constituency and its candidate is presented below:
| Information Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Constituency | Sherpur-3 (Sreebardi & Jhenaigati) |
| Candidate | Mohammad Nuruzzaman (Badal) |
| Political Party | Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami |
| Party Position | Sherpur District Unit Secretary |
| Date & Time of Death | 3 February, 3:00 a.m. |
| Cause of Death | Chronic kidney disease |
| Election Commission Decision | Election cancelled; new schedule to follow |
The announcement initially caused concern among the voters of Sherpur-3. However, the EC has reassured the electorate that all logistical arrangements and preparations will be completed prior to the rescheduled election. Political analysts note that the sudden demise of a candidate may alter the constituency’s electoral dynamics and could necessitate revised strategies by the party.
The Election Commission emphasised that its commitment to a transparent and democratic process remains steadfast. Voters in Sherpur-3 have been advised to await the official announcement of the new election schedule and to prepare to exercise their franchise when the poll is held.