Dr Rashed Al Mahmud Titumir, Prime Minister's Adviser on the Ministry of Finance and Planning, on Monday described the government’s newly announced ‘Family Card’ programme as a landmark and epoch making initiative aimed at reforming Bangladesh’s social safety net system, reducing wastage and ensuring benefits reach the intended recipients. “If you consider the circumstances and the legacy of economic pressures we received, this programme is a groundbreaking step,” he said. According to him, the new programme will further strengthen the government’s efforts to ensure inclusive development and social protection. The Adviser emphasized that the ‘Family Card’ programme aims to address these longstanding issues. He explained that a substantial portion of funding would come from improving efficiency within existing social safety net programmes.

Source: Dhaka Tribune March 09, 2026 13:57 UTC