General elections are to be held in Bangladesh on 12 February this year. Its preparations are going on in full swing from all the parties. But the interim government has failed to control criminal incidents including violent clashes between political parties and attacks on minority communities in the country. There is a possibility of extremist attack before the elections, hence America has issued an advisory for its citizens living in Bangladesh. Let us know what has been said in the advisory?
In view of the increasing tension in Bangladesh, the US Embassy has issued a security alert for its citizens on Friday (January 30, 2026). The embassy has strongly advised American citizens to remain cautious, stay away from crowded places and avoid any demonstration or rally.
Instructions to stay away from rallies and crowds
The advisory said that during the elections, there may be political violence or extremist attacks, which may target rallies, polling stations and religious places like churches, temples, mosques and other places of religious importance. American citizens should remain vigilant and remember that demonstrations or rallies intended to be peaceful can become confrontational and turn into violence. You should avoid demonstrations and use caution around any large crowds.
Limited onsite services will be available on February 11 and 12.
The US Embassy in Dhaka, Bangladesh, in an advisory posted on its official website, has instructed its citizens to stay away from demonstrations and exercise caution around any large gatherings. The Bangladesh government has announced a ban on motorcycles from 10 February and all forms of transport on 11 and 12 February. Accordingly, limited onsite services will be available at the US Embassy in Dhaka on February 11 and 12.
What did America say in its advisory?
Let us tell you that this election in Bangladesh is the first general election after the student-led movement of 2024, in which a referendum is also being held on reforms under the leadership of interim government Mohammad Yunus after the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. In view of the situation, security arrangements have been tightened, but the possibility of political violence remains.