July 23, 2026
Government, semi-government, autonomous, semi-autonomous, and private offices across the country were closed from May 25 to May 31
Both bills were passed by voice vote despite Opposition calls for debate
The protesters are calling for the publication and implementation of the 9th pay scale gazette in light of the National Pay Commission’s report
Fouzul says the next government can independently decide whether to implement the recommendations
It says Tk 1.06tn extra needed to implement new pay structure for government staff
The advisor says the report timeline remains uncertain
He also highlights the government’s obligations for investing in the stock market
A 2016 finance ministry notification that restricted promotions has been declared invalid
