Dhaka, Sept. 8 -- The Election Commission (EC) has landed in hot water after publishing the final gazette on parliamentary constituency boundaries for the upcoming 13th national election.

The redistricting, which brought changes to around 52 constituencies, has triggered protests, demonstrations, and mounting political unrest in several districts, most notably Bagerhat, Faridpur, and Brahmanbaria.

According to the gazette released last Thursday, Gazipur has gained one seat while Bagerhat has lost one for the first time in 42 years. The changes have drawn sharp criticism from political leaders, who allege conspiracy and bias.

Protests Erupt in Bagerhat: In the district, where the number of constituencies has been reduced from four to th...