Dhaka, Jan. 26 -- The recent report from the National Board of Revenue (NBR) paints a concerning picture of Bangladesh's fiscal health, revealing a significant shortfall in revenue collection that has been exacerbated by political upheaval.
With a decrease of approximately Tk 2,000 crore over the past six months, the implications for the economy are profound, particularly as the nation grapples with the aftermath of the Awami League government's fall on 5 August last year.
As per a report published in this newspaper, in the first half of the 2024-25 fiscal year, revenue collection reached Tk 1,56,000 crore, a stark decline from Tk 1,57,988.90 crore during the same period last year.
This decline is not merely a statistical anomaly; it ref...