Dhaka, Aug. 23 -- The Election Commission (EC) has ordered all regional offices to conduct a full audit of ballot boxes by 25 August 2025, as part of a major drive to ensure readiness for the 13th National Parliament elections.

In a directive issued by EC Secretary Akhtar Ahmed, regional election officers were instructed to report the exact number of usable ballot boxes to the Election Management-1 Branch within the deadline. The move forms part of a broader effort to streamline election logistics and prevent delays on polling day.

The EC has also asked field offices to clear storage facilities of outdated or unused materials to make space for new election supplies. Offices are required to submit formal requests for logistical support to ...