Chief Economic Adviser Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed, in his budget speech, criticized the ruling Awami League for leading the financial sector to near ruin through systemic misgovernance. He revealed that the non-performing loan (NPL) ratio surged from 10.11% in June 2023 to 20.20% by December 2024—nearly doubling in just 18 months. To restore public trust and address structural challenges, the interim government has initiated key reforms, including the drafting of the Bank Resolution Ordinance 2025 and the formation of three task forces aimed at stabilizing the sector.