Special Fund for Women Entrepreneurs
The government has proposed setting aside 125 crore taka as a special fund for female entrepreneurs in the current fiscal year 2025–2026 budget. This fund seeks to improve the business climate for women and support their increased financial autonomy and self-determination.
The proposal was made by Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed, the Finance Adviser, during the budget speech.
Budget Speech Broadcasted on Television
The budget speech started at 3:00 PM on Monday, and it was broadcast on Bangladesh Television.
This year, the budget is being announced in a different way. Normally, the budget is presented in the National Parliament, but since there is no parliament at present, the government is announcing it through radio and television broadcasts.
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Skill Training for Women’s Safety and Empowerment
In his speech, Dr. Salehuddin said that the government is working to ensure women’s safety and give them more power in society.
For this purpose, skill-based training programs have been started through the National Women Training and Development Academy. Training is also being provided through Women Training Centers at the upazila level.
Training Given to 20,000 Women under VWB Program
He also added that under the Vulnerable Women Benefit (VWB) Program, 20,000 selected women have already received training. These programs are expected to help in poverty reduction and strengthen women’s economic roles in society.
Budget Size and Approval
This is the 54th national budget of Bangladesh, and the first budget under the interim government led by Professor Muhammad Yunus.
The total proposed budget for 2025–26 is 7 lakh 90 thousand crore taka, which is 7 thousand crore taka less than last year’s budget.
Earlier in the day, the Advisory Council approved the budget proposal during a special meeting.
Source: samakal
