Govt marks 100 days with progress on election manifesto pledges

The BNP-led government has implemented a series of election manifesto pledges within its first 100 days in office, according to an e-book published by the Prime Minister’s Press Wing.

It said the government, which assumed office on February 17 following a major political transition after 17 years, spent the first 100 days addressing political instability, a fragile economy, weak law and order and deep social divisions.

The e-book, released by the PM’s Press Wing on Wednesday, said Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has been working with commitment to reach people directly and implement the public welfare-oriented promises.

It also said the government has already taken a series of initiatives across key sectors, bringing visible changes in public life.

Social protection and welfare

According to the publication, 53,096 families have received Family Cards, while 20,748 families have been issued Farmers’ Cards.

Besides, around 5.5 million families are receiving subsidised rice at Tk15 per kg while senior citizens and persons with disabilities are receiving a 25 % fare discount on metro rail and train services.

The government has also arranged advanced medical treatment abroad for 152 injured persons from the July movement in countries including Russia and Singapore.

Economy and finance

The e-book said foreign exchange reserves rose to 34.38 billion US dollars as of 20 May, while inflation declined to 8.71%.

Besides, revenue collection increased by 13.6% in the second quarter of the 2025–26 fiscal year.

It also said the government has managed the cooking oil market through subsidies amid pressure.

Agriculture, infrastructure and communication

Canal re-excavation work has begun on 666 canals across the country.

The final approval has been given for the “Padma Barrage” project, expected to directly benefit 37% of the population.

Meanwhile, a deal has been signed to add 14 Boeing aircraft to expand the national carrier’s fleet while land services have also been fully digitised.

Education, health and employment

The e-book said over 20 million children have been vaccinated against measles, achieving near universal coverage.

Around 65,569 government primary schools have been brought under uninterrupted internet connectivity.

The government ensured payment of salaries, bonuses and allowances before Eid for all industrial workers.

Sports and religious affairs

A “Notun Kuri” Sports” programme for students aged 12–14 is ongoing, while sports equipment has been distributed to 550 educational institutions and clubs.

Monthly allowances are being provided to imams, muezzins and other religious leaders in nearly 6,000 institutions.

Training has also been given to more than 38,000 butchers on scientific meat processing ahead of Eid.

Defence, sovereignty and foreign affairs

A modern “Ground Master-400” radar system has been installed to monitor airspace up to 650 kilometres inland and 833 kilometres over the Bay of Bengal.

Besides, the government is also reintroducing the phrase “Except Israel” in Bangladeshi passports, which had been removed by the previous Awami League regime.

Anti-corruption and governance

The e-book said assets worth Tk4,264 crore belonging to S Alam Group have been seized. “Agreements have been signed with three countries to recover laundered money, while negotiations with others are ongoing.”

It also said 10 cabinet meetings were held by 24 May, taking 60 decisions, of which 37 have been implemented, and 23 are in progress.