Dhaka, Dec. 11 -- Chief Election Commissioner AMM Nasiruddin on Thursday urged the voters to cast their votes in the February-12 national election and the referendum without any hesitation, rising above fears and limitations.

"Voting is not only your civic right but also a sacred trust and responsibility. I believe you will consciously carry out this responsibility. Exercise your right to vote without hesitation, rising above any fear, temptation, deception and limitations," he said while announcing the election schedule.

The CEC unveiled the schedule for the national election and the referendum on July National (state reform) Charter in his pre-recorded speech telecast by state-owned Bangladesh Television and Bangladesh Betar at 6 pm....