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People Leave Dhaka Ahead Of Bangladesh Election Holidays

People crowd Kamalapur Railway Station as many residents leave the capital to return to their hometowns ahead of Bangladesh's national election. The government declares public holidays on Wednesday and Thursday for the election, followed by weekly holidays, prompting a surge in homebound travel. (Photo by Sony Ramani/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #13299686
Date taken: 10 February 2026
Location: —
Photographer: Sony Ramani/NurPhoto
Category: Politics

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