Finance Adviser Salehuddin Ahmed on Monday proposed an allocation of Tk 100 crore to address the growing risks of climate change in the national budget for the fiscal year (FY) , keeping the allocation unchanged from last year.
The adviser announced the budget allocation while unveiling the national budget for the 2025-2026.
“I propose to allocate Tk 100 crore in the next fiscal year to take necessary actions considering the depth and seriousness of climate change risks,” he said.
The pre-recorded budget speech was aired on Bangladesh Television (BTV) and Bangladesh Betar.
According to the budget proposal, the allocation is aimed at implementing critical initiatives to mitigate the negative impacts of climate change.
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These initiatives include enhancing women's capacity to adapt to climate-related challenges, assessing the state of coastal ecosystems, and strengthening the role of media in promoting climate resilience.
Moreover, the Climate Change Trust Fund will continue to support efforts to prevent air, water, and soil pollution, improve waste management, promote environmental development, and enhance the healthcare sector’s ability to respond to climate-related issues.