Social Safety Net

Social Safety Net

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Safety nets likely to go cash-first as govt overhauls welfare system

Cash-based support may account for over 71% of the total social welfare package.

State Minister for Social Welfare Farzana Sharmin. Photo: Collected

Committee formed to review irregularities in social safety net beneficiary selection: State minister

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No-frill account deposits snapshot: October-December 2025

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Where money will come from for govt's extra spending on safety net schemes

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Govt approves hike in social safety net benefits for FY27

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From now on, allowances under social safety net to rise yearly

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Call to raise allocation, ensure transparency in social safety net budget

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Budget utilisation in social protection sees steady growth: Report

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Budget FY26: Social safety net allowances to rise by Tk50-Tk100

Economist Dr Debapriya Bhattacharya. File photo: UNB

White Paper committee proposed NBR split but govt did it in haste without proper consultation: Debapriya

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5 lakh more recipients, increased allowances for FY26 social safety

SOCIAL SAFETY NET MAY GET A BOOST NEXT FY

Govt to expand social safety net with increased allowances, beneficiaries

Is the proposed social safety budget adequate for marginalised communities?

Is the proposed social safety budget adequate for marginalised communities?