Bangladesh is set to hold its 12th general elections on January 7, 2024, amid widespread protests and opposition demands for the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The Chief Election Commissioner, Kazi Habibul Awal, made the announcement, triggering concerns about the fairness of the electoral process. The opposition, led by the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), advocates for a non-party interim government to ensure unbiased elections. The United States has called for free and fair elections, condemning human rights violations, while India is closely monitoring the situation to safeguard its regional interests and counter China’s influence in the region.