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The BNP yesterday alleged that the Election Commission is failing to take action against candidates and supporters of some rival parties who are campaigning in violation of the electoral code of conduct.

“The Election Commission’s indifference and the silence of election officials are creating obstacles to a fair election environment. This is inappropriate, and we hope they will change their ways,” said Nazrul Islam Khan, chairman of BNP’s Central Election Steering Committee, at a press conference in Gulshan last night.

Calling for a level playing field and equal opportunity for all parties, he pointed out that the EC issued a show-cause notice to a less prominent BNP leader for seeking votes using the sheaf of paddy symbol at a prayer gathering.

He also said a BNP-nominated candidate and his daughter were served show-cause notices over a Facebook post.

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