VDP DG Major General Abdul Motaleb Sazzad Mahmud visited election preparatory rally at Khulna District Stadium today. photo: BSS

KHULNA, Feb 3, 2026 (BSS) – Director General of Bangladesh Ansar and Village Defence Party (VDP) Major General Abdul Motaleb Sazzad Mahmud, PSC, today said Ansar and VDP members will perform their duties during the 13th National Parliamentary Election and referendum in coordination with other forces.

He said 13 Ansar members will be deployed at each polling centre to remain on vigilant guard. To ensure a free, fair, neutral and peaceful election, arms support for Ansar members has been increased. They will discharge their responsibilities properly, rising above fear and intimidation.

The DG made the remarks while addressing an election preparatory rally of Bangladesh Ansar and VDP, Khulna district, as the chief guest at Khulna District Stadium this afternoon.

He said the day was significant for Ansar members, noting that such a rally was being held for the first time ahead of an election. Similar rallies will be organised in all districts in phases.

Out of more than 9 lakh registered Ansar and VDP members, about 5.6 lakh will be deployed in the election.

“Our members are spread from Teknaf to Tetulia and are working continuously with the noble pledge of serving the country,” he added.

Deputy Director General of Khulna Range Md Nurul Hasan Faridi, District Commandant of Khulna Md Minhaj Arefin, among others, were present.

Nearly 11,000 Ansar and VDP members from Khulna district attended the rally.

Later, the Director General exchanged views with officers of the Khulna Ansar and VDP offices in connection with the 13th National Parliamentary Election and referendum.