Income inequality in Bangladesh has seen a steep rise over the past 12 years till 2022, according to official data, as economists blame a singular focus on growth rather than sorting out income disparities.

The focus of local governments should be ensuring that child protection protection services are prioritised.

The interim government needs to quickly set an agenda that reaffirms its commitment to upholding women's rights.

Inflation, which is the equivalent of a regressive tax on the poor, accentuates income inequality to make the situation worse.