Bangladesh has approved a significant project valued at Tk 1,268 crore aimed at enhancing climate resilience in the haor region and Barind. These areas are among the most climate-vulnerable in the country, frequently impacted by floods, droughts, erratic rainfall, and soil degradation.
The initiative, focusing on resilience rather than reaction, seeks to protect livelihoods, improve water management, support climate-resilient agriculture, and diversify income sources. Such long-term planning is seen as more effective than repeated emergency relief, which has often been the norm in the past.
This project emphasizes inclusive implementation, ensuring that local communities are involved in planning and execution. Transparency and efficient resource allocation are crucial to the success of such initiatives, which are vital for economic stability and social justice.
As climate risks intensify, Bangladesh will require more coordinated and well-monitored efforts integrated into broader development planning. If executed efficiently, this project could provide stability to communities long affected by climate change.
Published in SouthAsianDesk, February 7th, 2026
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