Dhaka, July 18 -- Despite June being the usual peak season for revenue collection, the National Board of Revenue (NBR) recorded a steep shortfall in June 2025, collecting only Tk 43,920 crore-37.58 percent below the revised target.
This underscores growing fiscal challenges and raises serious concerns about Bangladesh's capacity to achieve its financial goals amid administrative disruptions and economic pressures.
According to the NBR's latest report, total revenue collected in June stood at Tk 43,920 crore-falling short by Tk 25,470 crore from the month's revised target of Tk 69,390 crore.
This amounts to a staggering 37.58 percent shortfall for the month, exacerbating concerns over the government's ability to meet its financial obligat...