Dhaka, May 26 -- The government and policymakers are placing strong emphasis on research, development and innovation while preparing the budget for the country's education sector, which is expected to surpass last year's allocation.

The primary allocation for primary, secondary and higher education has been set at Tk 920 billion, according to the Ministry of Planning, up from Tk 821 billion in the current fiscal year.

Overall, the education sector budget stood at Tk 950 billion in the outgoing fiscal year, covering primary, secondary and higher education, madrasa and technical education, the Bureau of Statistics, the Ministry of Religious Affairs and other related institutions.

The total budget for the sector is expected to exceed Tk 1...