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Banks Report Sudden Surge in Non-Performing Loans Due to Hidden Loans, Shortened IMF Compliance Timeline, and Removal of Agricultural and SME Loan Exemptions

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1Nojor Desk
  • 06 Oct 25
  • 11:57 PM

Non-performing loans in Bangladesh’s banking sector have surged to Tk 6.67 trillion, or 33 percent of total loans, according to recent data from Bangladesh Bank. Officials attribute the rise to three main factors: hidden loans issued during Sheikh Hasina’s tenure are now being revealed, the timeline to declare a loan non-performing was shortened from six months to three months to meet IMF conditions, and special exemptions for agricultural and SME loans were removed. For the first time, the central bank disclosed 3,483 deliberate defaulters. Experts warn urgent legal action is necessary to prevent further banking sector collapse. Former officials emphasize that many of these funds have been transferred abroad and demand the creation of special tribunals or dedicated High Court benches to expedite justice.

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Jugantor 06 Oct 25

Three Main Reasons Behind the Sudden Surge in Non-Performing Loans

The true picture of defaulted loans is gradually emerging after the tenure of Sheikh Hasina’s Awami League government. According to the latest data, by the end of June, non-performing loans in the banking sector reached Tk 6.67 trillion, accounting for 33 percent of total loans. Bangladesh Bank officials have identified three main reasons behind this sudden rise in bad loans.

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