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DHAKA, Jan 18, 2026 (BSS) - The Election Commission (EC) today approved 23 appeals, on the final day of hearing appeals, filed against decisions of returning officers over scrutiny of nomination papers for the 13th national parliamentary election.

A total of 63 appeals were heard today. Of the approved appeals, 21 were against the cancellation of nomination papers, while two were against the acceptance of nomination papers.

The commission rejected 35 appeals, including 18 appeals filed against the cancellation of nomination papers and 16 appeals filed against the acceptance of nomination papers.

One appeal seeking to uphold the returning officer's decision to cancel a nomination paper was also rejected. During the hearing, three appeals were withdrawn, one appellant remained absent, and the commission kept two appeals pending.

Meanwhile, in line with directives of the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court and the election schedule announced by the EC, today was the last day for submission of nomination papers for Pabna-1 and Pabna-2 parliamentary constituencies.

On the final day, seven nomination papers were submitted in Pabna-1 constituency, while five nomination papers were filed in Pabna-2 constituency.