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NARSINGDI, Dec 10, 2025 (BSS) - Home Affairs Adviser Lt. Gen. (Retd) Md. Jahangir Alam Chowdhury has said comprehensive preparations are in progress to ensure that the upcoming 13th National Parliamentary Election is conducted in a fair, peaceful and festive environment.

He made the remarks on Wednesday afternoon following a views-exchange meeting with officials from various administrative sectors on law and order, agricultural production, fertilizer and seed supply and irrigation management. The meeting was held at the conference room of the Narsingdi Deputy Commissioner's office.

The adviser said the upcoming election will see a larger deployment of law enforcement personnel compared to previous polls to help ensure a level playing field. 

"Elections depend on the people -- on the voters. No one will be able to stop voters from participating spontaneously. Elections are conducted with the cooperation of the Election Commission, political parties, administration and law enforcement agencies. Journalists also play an important role," he added.

He urged journalists to continue investigative reporting and to work actively against corruption, encouraging them to report any irregularities -- even if they involve him or his relatives.

Earlier in the day, the Home Affairs Adviser visited the Narsingdi District Jail and Police Lines.

Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Anwar Hossain, Superintendent of Police Abdullah Al Farruk and other senior officials were present.