A Bangladesh election official died at a polling station after a dispute, sparking controversy over violence during voting.

Mohibuzzaman Kochi, a 60-year-old Bangladesh Nationalist Party leader, died on February 12, 2026, at a polling station in Khulna after allegedly being pushed by a Jamaat-e-Islami supporter during a dispute over campaigning. The BNP claims the principal of Khulna Alia Madrasah pushed Kochi, who hit his head and died, while Jamaat officials deny any physical altercation, saying Kochi fell ill without violence. Police responded, separated the groups, and confirmed no visible injuries on the body. The incident occurred amid escalating violence at multiple polling stations during Bangladesh’s national elections and referendum, raising concerns over election safety and security.