What are the challenges facing Bangladesh’s election winners?

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has won the country's first elections since a 2024 student-led uprising, marking a significant shift in the political landscape. The election results drew rare international unity from countries including the United States, China, India, and Pakistan. However, the outcome is being viewed with skepticism by young people who led the protests for change, including activist Prapti Taposhi, who was one of the first-time voters. Professor Shahab Enam Khan notes that the BNP's victory may be seen as a setback for those seeking reform. The election results were announced two years after the student-led revolt, which highlighted widespread discontent with the government. The outcome has sparked concerns about the future of democracy in Bangladesh.