The Indian envoy made the remark while talking to reporters after an hour-long meeting with the Awami League (AL) President Sheikh Hasina at Sudha Sadan in the capital.

Pinak said he came for the response of the AL leadership on the recent developments that have taken place in the country. He also said they talked about the forthcoming parliamentary elections.

Briefing newsmen, the AL chief's Political Secretary Saber Hossain Chowdhury said the Indian envoy wanted to know the AL's thoughts about the present situation and the elections.

"It is our as well as the people's expectation that the Election Commission will be reconstituted very soon. And after preparing an accurate voter roll and other necessary things we will move forward quickly for an election," Saber said.

The AL leader said they hoped that the caretaker government would soon frame a deadline for holding the elections.

Asked when they think the elections should be held, Saber said, "Let the EC be reconstituted first, and then, we think, we will be in a better position to think about the time." He said they are more interested in the process of ensuring a credible election.

AL General Secretary Abdul Jalil and Presidium Member Kazi Zafarullah were also present at the meeting.