Dhaka, July 17 -- The Election Commission (EC) has confirmed the withdrawal of the Awami League's electoral symbol, the "Boat", from active use in the electoral schedule, citing concerns over potential public confusion. At the same time, the "Shapla" symbol, sought by the National Citizen Party (NCP), has not been included in the official schedule.
Speaking to reporters at the EC headquarters in Agargaon, Dhaka, on Wednesday, EC Senior Secretary Akhtar Ahmed clarified that the decision was taken solely to eliminate speculation and misunderstanding surrounding the boat symbol, which has long been associated with the Bangladesh Awami League.
"There has been some uncertainty among the public regarding the boat symbol. Since the Awami League'...