Dhaka, Aug. 3 -- Bangladesh is unlikely to face any rice shortage during the 2025-26 fiscal years as projected demand and supply will remain well balanced, according to an official document.

Government stock levels, boosted by strong procurement during the Boro season and a proactive import strategy, are set to meet the year's total requirement of 41.73 lakh metric tonnes including safety reserves and subsidised distribution, reports UNB.

Of the total demand, 31.23 lakh MT is earmarked for distribution while 10.50 lakh MT is kept as safety stock. Currently, government stocks stand at 15.21 lakh MT leaving a net requirement of 26.52 lakh MT for the fiscal year. The document shows that a record volume of procurement has been made in the cur...