A nationwide survey of over 10,000 voters has revealed widespread dissatisfaction with the interim government, as citizens demand immediate improvements in the economy, public safety, and anti-corruption efforts.
Voters have called for a change in leadership, with most feeling that promises made by the interim government, especially regarding employment growth and price control, have gone unfulfilled.
The survey, titled “People’s Election Pulse: Feb-March 2025,” was conducted by Innovision Consulting across Bangladesh and involved a sample size of 10,696 voters from all eight divisions and 64 districts.
The survey results indicate strong voter frustration, with calls for urgent reforms in economic management, law and order, and government transparency.
The study used Computer-Aided Personal Interviews (CAPI) with 67 trained enumerators and uncovered widespread dissatisfaction with the government`s handling of key issues.
These include rising prices, unemployment, and increasing corruption.
Notably, the survey found that a significant portion of the electorate believes that the interim government has failed to deliver on its promises, particularly in terms of managing price hikes (70%) and improving law and order (45%).
A Closer Look at the Data:
The survey reached a broad demographic, with 77% of participants coming from rural areas and 23% from urban regions.
The gender breakdown was 55% male and 45% female. In terms of generational cohorts, 36% of participants were Gen Z, 34% were Millennials, 18% were Gen X, 8% were Boomers II, 3% were Boomers I, and 1% were Post War.
The majority of respondents were Muslim (89%), with Hindus comprising 10% and Christians 1%. Geographically, the survey captured a wide distribution across Bangladesh, with Dhaka Division (26%) forming the largest voter bloc, followed by Chittagong (19%), Rajshahi (13%), Khulna (12%), Rangpur (11%), Mymensingh (7%), Sylhet (6%), and Barisal (6%).
Unmet Expectations:
The survey showed that voters` top priorities were economic issues, with a strong focus on price control (70%) and improving law and order (45%).
However, these areas have largely been neglected, as the government’s performance did not meet expectations. Only 2.62% of respondents felt the government succeeded in managing price hikes, while 55.05% reported the opposite.
Similarly, 58.28% of voters stated that law and order had not improved, and 74.21% believed that promises of employment growth had been broken.
Furthermore, 68% of voters felt that the interim government had failed to ensure a fair electoral process, and 41% reported that extortion had worsened in the past six months, further eroding public trust.
In fact, the survey indicated that the majority of respondents believed the government had failed to address key economic and social issues, including reducing corruption, creating a better business climate, and improving the electoral environment.
Voters’ Priorities for the Future:
As Bangladesh looks toward the upcoming election, voters have made it clear what they want from the next government.
The most urgent demands include managing price hikes (71%) and improving law and order (52%).
Employment growth (40%) and reducing corruption in public services (33%) were also significant concerns.
While political reforms, such as changes to the constitution or electoral systems, were less important (with only 13% and 9% of respondents respectively prioritizing these issues), the focus remains on economic and social well-being.
A Call for Change:
With the interim government’s term marked by unmet promises and growing public frustration, the survey results underscore a strong desire for change in the upcoming election.
Political parties now face mounting pressure to address the concerns of an electorate that is skeptical of their ability to manage key issues like inflation, unemployment, and corruption.
The survey`s findings paint a clear picture: voters want decisive action on the economy, public safety, and corruption.
The government’s failure to meet these demands has led to a growing sense of disillusionment.
As the election nears, it is evident that the next administration will need to demonstrate a clear commitment to addressing these pressing issues if they hope to restore public trust.
The survey, with its extensive methodology and national reach, reveals a growing call for leadership that is both accountable and effective in tackling the core issues that matter most to the electorate.
Political parties will now need to recalibrate their strategies and focus on delivering tangible solutions if they are to win over a frustrated and disillusioned electorate.
The findings of this survey indicate a critical turning point for the interim government as well as the upcoming elections.
The overwhelming dissatisfaction with economic management, public safety, and unfulfilled promises suggests that a change in leadership may be on the horizon.
For political parties, the message is clear: addressing economic instability, corruption, and public safety must be their top priority to regain voter confidence.
If these issues are not addressed effectively, the electorate’s skepticism will continue to grow, posing a significant challenge for the current leadership.
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