Poor state of new public hospitals
Unlike other branches of science, medicine is biomedical specialisation in human health and healing. So, the educational institutions where medicine is taught cannot bear any lapse in terms of educational facilities and physical infrastructure. But, generally, all the public sector medical colleges of Bangladesh numbering 37 are riddled with all...
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Low wage versus skill-driven competitiveness
Reliance on low labour costs, often seen as a means to enhance competitiveness, is no longer a viable strategy The key question remains, how long can low labour costs guarantee competitiveness? For a country like Bangladesh which has thrived for decades primarily on low wages, the time is ripe to...
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Unlocking full potential of SMEs
The country's cottage, micro, small and medium enterprises (CMSME) sector despite having immense growth potential receives only lukewarm response from the authorities concerned. The sector did not get necessary policy and financial support for its growth which is evident from the fact that the recently concluded SME Policy 2019 had...
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Irregularities galore in BPL
The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) generates unparalleled excitement among cricket fans in our country. As the nation's most significant domestic tournament, such enthusiasm is only natural. Yet, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) appears indifferent to this passion, failing to deliver a hassle-free event both on and off the field.Chaos has...
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Inordinate delay in holding public exams
The Public Service Commission (PSC) and other public recruitment authorities take a long time between announcing government job circulars and conducting examinations. This prolonged delay tests the patience and morale of job aspirants. In some cases, examinations are held even two years after the application process begins, leaving candidates unable...
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