
Dhaka Hosts 2026 Ethnic Survey Stakeholder Consultation Workshop
A workshop on the Ethnic Survey 2026 was held today to gather opinions and recommendations from stakeholders for conducting the nationwide survey.
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A workshop on the Ethnic Survey 2026 was held today to gather opinions and recommendations from stakeholders for conducting the nationwide survey.

Bangladesh is set to conduct its first-ever Vessel Census 2026 from August 20 to 29 to build a safer and more efficient inland water transport system.

Bangladesh initiates its first boat census from August 20 to 29 to create a comprehensive database of engine-powered vessels, aiming to improve water transport safety and development.
An awareness seminar was held in Rajshahi to promote the country's first-ever watercraft census, aiming to create an integrated database for engine-driven watercraft.

A seminar was held in Rangpur to orient stakeholders on the upcoming Shipping Census 2026.

Water Resources Minister Md. Shahiduddin Chowdhury Anee informed parliament about the government's extensive programmes to prevent river erosion and protect riverbanks.

Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury emphasized the need to enhance the institutional capacity, professional independence, and credibility of the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS) to support evidence-based policymaking.
