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PDB seeks Tk9,750 crore to settle power dues before Boro season

The Power Development Board has requested Tk9,750 crore to clear outstanding power dues ahead of the upcoming Boro season.

TBS Bangladesh ยท 17 September 2026, 10:00 AM

The Bangladesh Power Development Board (PDB) has sought an allocation of Tk9,750 crore to settle outstanding power sector dues in preparation for the upcoming Boro season. Additionally, the government has initiated measures to streamline the dealership and distribution process for fertilizers.