Ahead of the upcoming 13th national parliamentary election, Rajbari District has witnessed a significant surge in its voter population. According to the latest figures, the total number of registered voters in the district’s two parliamentary constituencies has increased by 57,308 compared to the previous general election. A large proportion of these are first-time voters, while the increase also includes returning expatriate voters. Notably, Rajbari-2 constituency has experienced a comparatively higher growth in new voters.
Data from the District Election Officer’s office indicates that during the 12th parliamentary election, the total number of voters in Rajbari was 932,490. The latest updates show that this figure has now risen to 989,908. The current voter composition stands at 501,758 male voters, 488,137 female voters, and 13 third-gender voters, an increase from nine in the previous election.
Alongside the rise in voter numbers, the number of polling centres has also increased. Where there were previously 350 polling stations, this election will see 354 centres operational across the district.
Constituency-wise Voter Increase:
| Constituency | Previous Voters | Current Voters | Increase | Postal Ballot Registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rajbari-1 (Sadar & Goalanda) | 468,000 | 494,034 | 26,034 | 5,063 |
| Rajbari-2 (Pangsha, Baliakandi & Kalukhali) | 464,490 | 495,864 | 31,374 | 8,086 |
| Total | 932,490 | 989,898 | 57,308 | 13,149 |
The Election Office attributes the rise in voter numbers to door-to-door data collection and the availability of online registration facilities. In addition, deceased voters’ names have been removed from the rolls to ensure transparency.
Officials highlight that the surge in female and young voters is set to add a new dynamic to this year’s election. Many first-time voters, particularly college students, have expressed enthusiasm about exercising their democratic rights for the first time. Social media engagement has also increased, prompting candidates to focus heavily on digital campaigning.
Tamim, a college student and first-time voter, shared, “Voting for the first time is an entirely new experience for me. I have seen many people cast their votes before, and now my long-standing wish will finally come true. I hope to vote for a sincere and capable candidate.”
District Election Officer Sheikh Muhammad Jalal Uddin confirmed that most of the new voters are young people. He stated that all election activities are being conducted in strict accordance with Election Commission guidelines. With the simultaneous referendum scheduled, he added, the participation of young voters will play a particularly pivotal role in shaping the outcome of this election.