We must adopt an area-based population strategy
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In the early 1970s, Bangladesh was considered overpopulated due to the country’s limited land area and resources; and the government declared rapid population growth as a national problem in the country in 1976.
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After two tumultuous years, what should the local government polls look like?
16 July 2026
At the local level, these elections are significant as they enable citizens to hold leaders accountable for not meeting their expectations. However, local government bodies should be allowed to work independently and be empowered to shoulder their responsibilities effectively.
16 July 2026
How should Bangladesh's economy grow in the second half of 2020s?
8 June 2026
The country can revive growth through banking reforms, private investment, export diversification, and stronger human capital development.
8 June 2026
A strategic roadmap for Dhaka's solid waste management
9 April 2026
Dhaka is the second-most populous city in the world and is projected to be the world’s most populous city by 2050, according to a 2025 report published by the United Nations on world urbanisation prospects.
9 April 2026
Will the real poor get the benefits of the family card?
23 February 2026
The social safety net or social protection programme enables the government to advance the well-being and security of citizens by protecting them from vulnerability and deprivation so they can pursue a better life.
23 February 2026
A coherent political vision is key to empowering local government
10 February 2026
While the central government is supposed to frame policies, the local government bodies are tasked with implementing development programmes and delivering services to the people under their respective jurisdictions.
10 February 2026
ADP downsize: Why health and education are taking the hardest hits
29 January 2026
In the tradition of reviewing the performance of the Annual Development Programme (ADP) at the mid-point of each fiscal year, the National Economic Council (NEC) recently revised the total ADP allocation.
29 January 2026
Bangladesh needs better education infrastructure to prevent primary dropouts
4 September 2025
Physical infrastructure is a major challenge in ensuring a safe and child-friendly learning environment.
4 September 2025
Let's not forget our social values
Social values form the basic foundation of a nation. The values define what is acceptable in a society and determine the behaviour of the people. Social values are however not static and can change over time based on what beliefs and attitudes people embrace as they move on.
14 December 2018
Can we do something about Dhaka's unbearable noise pollution?
The alarmingly high level of noise pollution in Dhaka city calls for urgent attention of the authorities as well as the people at large.
1 December 2018
When will urban planning get its due importance?
The share of Bangladesh's urban population reached 35 percent in 2018 with a total urban population of about 58 million, which is expected to reach 80 million by 2030.
8 November 2018
How Bangladesh is faring
Child mortality reduction was a crucial aspect of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). It is considered to be an important indicator of socioeconomic advancement under the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Target 3.2 under Goal 3 of the SDGs calls for ending preventable deaths of newborns and children under five years of age.
6 October 2018