Weekly Bangladesh Policy Outlook: Analysis, Truth, Debate.
Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, is the country’s centre of economic activity, administration, education, and employment. Home to more than 25 million people, the city serves as the driving force behind national economic growth. At the same time, uncontrolled urbanisation, unplanned housing, severe traffic congestion, environmental pollution, and inadequate civic services are steadily turning it…
The effectiveness of Bangladesh’s public healthcare system depends largely on the competence, availability, and working conditions of government doctors. Most of the country’s population, particularly low- and middle-income communities, relies on public hospitals and health centres for medical care. However, the workload carried by government doctors has reached a level where personal dedication and professional…
University admission examinations in Bangladesh are far more than a gateway to higher education. Every year, they determine the future of hundreds of thousands of students and play a crucial role in shaping the country’s human capital. Over the years, however, dissatisfaction with the existing admission system has continued to grow among students, parents, teachers,…
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The recycling of used lead-acid batteries has emerged as a major public health and environmental crisis in Bangladesh. Rapid industrialisation, urbanisation, and the widespread adoption of electric three-wheelers have driven a sharp increase in the number of discarded batteries each year. Unfortunately, a large proportion of these batteries are not recycled through safe and environmentally…
For many years, Bangladesh’s secondary and higher secondary education system has faced criticism over disparities in the standard and difficulty of examination papers prepared by different education boards. In response, the government has introduced the “One Nation, One Question Paper” policy, under which all general education boards administer the SSC and HSC examinations using a…
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Bangladesh’s rapid urbanisation has profoundly transformed the country’s social structure, family dynamics, and the lifestyles of its younger generation. Adolescents growing up in major cities such as Dhaka, Chattogram, Sylhet, and Rajshahi are navigating an increasingly complex reality. On one hand, globalisation and digital technology have created unprecedented opportunities. On the other, rising academic expectations,…
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Religious harmony is one of the most important foundations of Bangladesh’s national and social identity. As a Muslim majority nation, Bangladesh has long been home to people of different faiths, including Hindus, Buddhists, and Christians, who have lived together through mutual coexistence and cultural exchange, creating a pluralistic society. The collective contributions of people from…
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Street vendors are an unavoidable reality in the economic and social life of Bangladesh’s major cities. From Dhaka to Chattogram, Khulna, Rajshahi, and Sylhet, vendors are deeply integrated into the daily lives of urban residents. By providing affordable food, clothing, household goods, and other essential products, they have become an important part of the urban…
The proposed national budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year allocates BDT 69,409 crore to the health sector, the highest amount in Bangladesh’s history. This allocation represents 7.4 percent of the total national budget and 1.01 percent of GDP, almost double the revised allocation of the previous fiscal year. At first glance, this record allocation appears…
Madrasa education remains a vital component of Bangladesh’s education system. Hundreds of thousands of students, particularly from lower income and lower middle-income families, receive their education through Alia and Qawmi madrasas. For decades, these institutions have played an important role in promoting religious education, nurturing moral values, and providing educational opportunities to communities that might…
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