Dhaka, Jan 11 (V7N) — The interim government will actively campaign for a ‘yes’ vote in the upcoming referendum, and there is no legal obstacle in this regard, said Shafiqul Alam, Press Secretary to the Chief Advisor, during a briefing on contemporary issues at the Foreign Service Academy in the capital on Sunday.

Shafiqul Alam explained that the government had sought a legal opinion on the matter. According to top legal experts, the interim administration is fully entitled to promote a vote in favor of ‘yes’. The Chief Advisor, Dr. Muhammad Yunus, has confirmed that all preparations are in place to ensure the elections are fair, peaceful, and acceptable.

He added that Dr. Yunus recently met with the European Union (EU) Ambassador, who confirmed that the EU will send a large observation team for the upcoming elections. This is a significant development, as the EU had not deployed observation teams for the previous three elections, citing concerns over their credibility.

Shafiqul Alam said that so far, there is a good level playing field in the electoral process, and no political party is being given extra benefits. He also pointed out that social media could pose challenges, warning that supporters of the previous government may attempt to spread misinformation. However, the law enforcement agencies are fully prepared to manage such issues.

He further highlighted that there has been notable interest in voting among women and the youth, indicating a positive trend for participation.

At the briefing, Senior Assistant Press Secretary Faiz Ahmed addressed reports regarding the death of Moni Chakraborty in Narsingdi. Although some narratives claim it was a communal attack, the incident stemmed from a family dispute, he clarified, urging the public and media to examine facts carefully before forming conclusions.

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