The TakeBangladesh’s first post-uprising election tests whether a new generation can truly reshape power.For the first time since the 2024 uprising, Bangladesh is heading to the polls. Voters will pick a new parliament and weigh in on a controversial “July Charter.” With Gen Z now the largest voting bloc, will this election deliver real change?In this episode: Tanvir Chowdhury (@tanvirbengal), Al Jazeera Journalist Episode credits:This episode was produced by Tamara Khandaker, Noor Wazwaz and Chloe K. Li with Marcos Bartolomé, Tuleen Barakat, Maya Hamadeh, Sonia Bhagat, and our guest host, Kevin Hirten. It was edited by Tamara Khandaker. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad al-Melhemm. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. For more: Al Jazeera Investigates – 36 July: Uprising in BangladeshConnect with us:@AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTubePublished On 11 Feb 2026
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Bangladesh’s election tests the power of Gen Z
In 2026, Bangladesh is holding its first parliamentary election since the 2024 uprising, presenting a test of whether the country's Gen Z voters can influence political change. Voters will elect a new parliament and consider the "July Charter." This election marks the first time Gen Z comprises the largest voting bloc in Bangladesh.
Al JazeeraFiled 2026-02-11 · 18:54 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min
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In 2026, Bangladesh is holding its first parliamentary election since the 2024 uprising, presenting a test of whether the country's Gen Z voters can influence political change. Voters will elect a new parliament and consider the "July Charter." This election marks the first time Gen Z comprises the largest voting bloc in Bangladesh. The election's outcome will indicate if this new generation can reshape power dynamics within the country. The Al Jazeera podcast "The Take" explores this topic with journalist Tanvir Chowdhury.
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Tanvir Chowdhury is an Al Jazeera Journalist
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Gen Z is now the largest voting bloc.
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Voters will pick a new parliament and weigh in on a controversial “July Charter.”
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Bangladesh is heading to the polls for the first time since the 2024 uprising.
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Will this election deliver real change?
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Bangladesh location · Key Player
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July Charter event · Context
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Kevin Hirten person
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Noor Wazwaz person
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Chloe K. Li person
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Tuleen Barakat person
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Marcos Bartolomé person
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Maya Hamadeh person
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Sonia Bhagat person
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