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Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) has approved a budget of Tk 6,069 crore for the 2025-26 fiscal year. The decision was made unanimously during the 7th Corporation meeting held on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at the Nagar Bhaban in Gulshan.
The budget sets a revenue target of Tk 6,069 crore, with an equal expenditure projection. Approximately 60% of the revenue, amounting to Tk 3,636 crore, is expected to come from revenue sources. DNCC Administrator Mohammad Ejaz acknowledged that meeting this ambitious revenue target will be challenging but affirmed the corporation’s readiness to address it.
Development projects dominate the budget, with Tk 4,624 crore (76% of the total) allocated for development activities. The highest priority is given to road and infrastructure development, with Tk 2,032.50 crore (33% of the budget) earmarked for this sector. Waste management receives the second-highest allocation of Tk 436.30 crore (8%), followed by Tk 187.75 crore (3%) for mosquito control programs. Additionally, Tk 257 crore (4%) is allocated for salaries and allowances of employees.
Revenue collection plans include 45% of the total revenue from holding tax, cleanliness, lighting, and health sectors, while Tk 1,080 crore (30%) is projected from property transfers. The remaining funds will be sourced through government and private partnerships or grants.
The meeting also decided to propose renaming the “Ward Secretary” position to “Ward Supervisor,” “Ward Coordinator,” or “Ward Organizer” and send the proposal to the Administrative Ministry for approval.
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