Dhaka, Dec. 16 -- The attempt on the life of Sharif Osman bin Hadi, convenor of Inqilab Moncho, has ignited criticism after Chief Election Commissioner AMM Nasir Uddin described the incident as an "isolated event".

Election experts, however, caution that categorising it as such risks underestimating the broader threat to electoral integrity and voter confidence.

Specialists urge both the Election Commission and the government to act swiftly to prevent more such incidents, emphasising that continued violence could influence young voters navigating an unusually dynamic political landscape.

"Repeated incidents like this may leave a mark on young voters, especially in this unique electoral context," said election analyst Abdul Alim.

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