Dhaka, Jan. 14 -- The Consumers Association of Bangladesh (CAB) on Tuesday placed a comprehensive 13-point demand aimed at resolving Bangladesh's deepening energy crisis, calling for structural reforms, accountability, and a shift toward a people-centric and sustainable energy system.

The demands were placed at a press conference titled "Thirteen-Point Demand for Reform of the Energy Sector for Inclusion in the Election Manifestos of Political Parties," organised by the CAB Youth Parliament at the Dhaka Reporters' Unity in the city.

CAB energy adviser Professor M Shamsul Alam, said the country's energy crisis is not merely a result of global market volatility but a consequence of flawed policy choices and lack of accountability.

"Elect...