Dhaka, June 26 -- Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) on Thursday raised serious concerns over Bangladesh's proposed national budget for FY2025-26, warning that its fossil fuel-heavy focus threatens the country's clean energy transition and long-term sustainability.

These observations were made during a dialogue titled 'Power and Energy Sector in the National Budget for FY2025-26: Reflections on the Priorities for Energy Transition', held at BRAC Centre Inn in Mohakhali, Dhaka, reports UNB.

Energy Adviser Muhammad Fouzul Kabir Khan joined it virtually as chief guest.

The panel included CAB's Professor Dr M Shamsul Alam, Professor Badrul Imam of Dhaka University, BGMEA Vice President Barrister Vidiya Amrit Khan, energy expert Monower Mosta...