Dhaka, July 11 -- The government has decided to suspend fund release for implementation of low-priority projects under the Annual Development Programme (ADP) of this fiscal year (FY), 2020-21.

The decision has been taken amid low revenue collection and increased spending during the Covid-19 pandemic period that seriously halted economic activities in the country.

The Finance Division budget wing on Wednesday issued a notification regarding prioritising projects, fund spending and their proper implementation.

The government earmarked Tk 2.05 trillion for the ADP in this FY, under which 1,584 ongoing projects and 1,443 fresh projects are included for implementation by all the ministries and agencies.

At the same time, the government cla...