Bangladesh, Oct. 19 -- Sustained economic growth, ongoing political stability and Sheikh Hasina's development focus are prompting the nation to dream of becoming a developed country by 2041. However, development process is an arduous journey. Any mistake can spoil whatever the nation achieved to date instead of further prosperity. Owning mega projects can become a national burden, if not implemented and managed with care. Therefore, good governance through competent bureaucratic leadership is essential in delivering development programmes.
Political leadership outlines the development policy, while bureaucracy implements it. Yet, the failure of bureaucracy makes the political leadership accountable and leaves the whole nation indebted. The...