Dhaka, Feb. 11 -- Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) AMM Nasir Uddin on Wednesday called upon the nation to extend full cooperation and maintain a spirit of harmony to ensure a free, fair and peaceful 13th national election.

In a brief televised address to the nation aired on Bangladesh Television (BTV) in the evening, the CEC described the upcoming polls as a 'significant election in the history of Bangladesh'.

"Casting a vote in this election is not only a civic right but also a responsibility," he said, urging voters to exercise their franchise consciously and responsibly.

Nasir called upon political parties, candidates and voters to act with restraint and uphold peace and mutual respect on polling day.

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