Bangladesh Vision 2021

Bangladesh Vision 2021

"Vision 2021" is a development roadmap outlined by the government of Bangladesh with the goal of transforming the country into a middle-income nation by the year 2021. The vision was initially introduced by the government of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The key components of Bangladesh Vision 2021 include various economic, social, and infrastructural goals. Here are some of the main aspects of this vision:

1. Economic Development:

The aim is to achieve sustainable economic growth and reduce poverty through the implementation of various economic policies and development projects.

Emphasis on economic diversification and the promotion of key sectors such as agriculture, industry, and services.

2. Social Progress:

Improvement of education and healthcare services to ensure a skilled and healthy workforce.

Reduction of social disparities and the promotion of social justice.

Ensuring gender equality and empowering women in all spheres of life.

3. Infrastructure Development:

Development of physical infrastructure, including roads, highways, bridges, and power plants.

Expansion and modernization of the transportation network to facilitate trade and commerce.

Enhancement of energy infrastructure to meet the growing demand for power.

4. Technological Advancements:

Encouraging innovation and the use of technology to drive economic growth.

Promotion of information and communication technology (ICT) to improve governance, education, and business processes.

5. Environmental Sustainability:

Integrating environmental considerations into development plans to ensure sustainable growth.

Implementation of policies to address environmental challenges, such as climate change and natural resource conservation.

6. Good Governance:

Strengthening institutions for good governance, transparency, and accountability.

Combating corruption and promoting ethical practices in both public and private sectors.

Human Resource Development:

Investing in human capital development through education and skills training.

Creating a skilled and adaptable workforce to meet the demands of a modern and diversified economy.

7. Poverty Alleviation:

Implementing social safety net programs to uplift the living standards of the poor.

Focusing on inclusive development to ensure that the benefits of economic growth reach all segments of society.

8. Global Partnership:

Engaging with the international community for collaboration in trade, investment, and development assistance.

Strengthening diplomatic relations to foster economic and political cooperation.

As of my last knowledge update in January 2022, Vision 2021 was a significant milestone, and progress had been made in various areas. However, it's important to check for more recent sources to get updates on the status of Vision 2021 and any subsequent development plans in Bangladesh.

Vision 2021 a framework of a future Bangladesh that reflects the hopes and aspirations of the citizens of the country for economically inclusive and politically accountable society.

The vision proposed of the country for an economically inclusive and politically accountable society. The vision proposed a set of concrete measures to achieve eight identified  goals by 2021.

It ensures a democratic system where people choose their government freely and get services from it without hassle, enjoy freedom from fear and intolerance live with dignity, where every citizen is assured of social justice, environmental protection human rights and equal opportunities; and where the rule of law and good governance  flourish.

We envision a liberal, progressive and democratic welfare state. Simultaneously we envision a Bangladesh which by 2020/2021,will be a middle income country where poverty will be drastically reduced, where our citizens will be able to meet every basic need and where development will be on fast track.

The goals of vision 2021 are: to become a participatory democracy; to have an efficient, accountable, transparent and decentralized system of governance; to become a poverty-free middle-income country; to have a nation of healthy citizens; to develop a skilled and creative human resource; to become a globally regional economic and commercial hub; to be environmentally sustainable; and to be a more inclusive and equitable society.

These goals emerged from a one-year long activism of Bangladesh civil society throughout 2006 when 15 local level dialogues were held across the country, under the title of national Election 2007: the Bangladesh vision 2021 document was handed over to the leaders of major political parties at the Nagorik forum organised in Dhaka on 9 December 2006.

This enshrines citizen's aspirations as well as optimism as regards the future of Bangladesh as a country that will be built on principles of democracy, inclusiveness justice and fairness, accountability and good governance.

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