Nepal, Feb. 18 -- As Nepal prepares for its next national election, the political atmosphere is charged with energy and the prospect of change. The conversation has moved beyond which parties might form alliances or how they will run their campaigns. Instead, a more fundamental question is on everyone's mind: Can the government ensure a voting process that is secure, fair, and widely accepted?

In recent years, South Asian countries have held elections under intense pressure and public watch. One of the most important examples is Bangladesh's 13th National Parliamentary Election held on February 12, 2026. This massive event took place across 299 areas with over 42,000 polling stations and 127 million voters. To keep things safe, Banglades...