Bangladesh, June 10 -- Despite ongoing economic challenges and growing calls for fiscal prudence, the government has significantly expanded the Annual Development Programme (ADP) for the next fiscal year (2026-27), increasing both the number of projects and the overall scope of development activities.

The proposed ADP includes 3,164 projects, up from 2,510 in the current fiscal year, representing an addition of 654 projects.

The expansion has raised concerns among economists and policy analysts about resource allocation, implementation capacity and the efficient use of public funds at a time when the economy remains under pressure.

The National Economic Council (NEC) has approved an allocation of Tk 3 lakh crore for the programme.

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