EC validates Aliza Zaman’s nomination for JS reserved seat

By the Editorial Team · Wednesday, October 28, 2026

The Election Commission has approved Aliza Zaman's nomination for the reserved women's seat in the 13th Jatiya Sangsad by-election, where she stands as the only candidate. As a result, Zaman is likely to be declared elected unopposed once the withdrawal deadline passes.

The Election Commission has confirmed the validity of Aliza Zaman’s nomination for the reserved women’s seat in the 13th Jatiya Sangsad (JS) by-election. Zaman, a candidate from the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), is currently the sole contender for the seat.

During the nomination scrutiny on Tuesday, Moin Uddin Khan, the returning officer and joint secretary of the Election Commission, declared her nomination papers valid. He noted that an official notification declaring Zaman elected unopposed will be issued following the deadline for candidate withdrawal.

Aliza Zaman submitted her nomination on Monday for the seat that became vacant after the resignation of Ferdousy Ahmed Mishti. With no other candidates contesting, her election is expected to proceed without opposition.

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