Dhaka, March 9 -- After the Awami League's decision to allow its leaders to stand in the general election against official party candidates brought surprising results, the party is testing a new strategy in the local government polls by not endorsing any candidate and granting them the 'boat' symbol.

The second election to Mymensingh City Corporation and the mayoral by-election to Cumilla City Corporation are set for Saturday. Additionally, over 200 local government positions, including six municipalities, will be voted on the same day.

Voting will open at 8am and close at 4pm. Election Commissioner Md Alamgir said all preparations are complete, with no concerns regarding law and order.

Despite a boycott by one-third of the registered ...