Overview
- Sharif Osman Hadi, an Inqilab Mancha spokesperson and independent candidate, remains in critical condition on life support after being shot in Dhaka.
- Police released a photo identifying suspect Faisal Karim Masud and announced a Taka 50 lakh reward for information leading to an arrest.
- The Yunus-led interim government initiated Phase II of Operation Devil Hunt, a nationwide clampdown targeting illegal arms and ordered a manhunt for the attackers.
- Authorities said frontline figures from the July Uprising will receive special security, and firearm licenses will be available to candidates who request them.
- The Election Commission and parties called for strengthened safeguards as the February 12 parliamentary vote and concurrent reform referendum approach, while a journalist reported being assaulted while covering the case.