Dhaka, June 2 -- The government has proposed a Tk 125 crore fund for women entrepreneurs in the national budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year, aiming to boost women's participation in the economy.

While placing the new budget on Monday, Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed said the fund would help improve the business environment for women and strengthen their economic empowerment.

"To further support women entrepreneurs, I propose an allocation of Tk 125 crore," he said during his budget speech.

Highlighting initiatives for women's safety and skill development, the adviser said the National Women Training and Development Academy is running skill-based programmes for women, especially through training centres at the upazila level.

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