Family, farmer cards being distributed based on eligibility, not political identity: TitumirDr Rashed Al Mahmud Titumir. Titumir noted that in the past, research indicated 35% to 50% wastage in the social safety net sector. The Farmer Card will be launched experimentally on Pohela Boishakh, initially offering limited services with a plan to expand to 10 services, he informed. “Furthermore, Family Card has been introduced to bring low-income families under the social safety net to reduce poverty. Regarding funding, Titumir said there are no plans to increase taxes to implement social safety programmes.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha March 27, 2026 12:20 UTC