The Bangladesh National Party has reportedly secured over 200 seats in the 300-member parliament

The Bangladesh National Party (BNP) is heading for a landslide win in the general election, according to media projections.

This is the first election after an uprising in 2024 that ousted the regime of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

A referendum proposing electoral and judicial reforms, including a two-term limit for prime ministers, also received a simple majority, according to reports. The final results are yet to be announced.

The BNP, led by Tarique Rahman, has claimed victory. Voting took place for 299 of the 300 seats. A further 50 seats are reserved for women to be named by the parties.