PM to open Solar Expo on Nov 3

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is expected to inaugurate the maiden 'Bangladesh Solar Expo 2026' on November 3 under the theme, "Use Every Inch of Rooftop, Increase Income from Solar Power", Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Iqbal Hassan Mahmood announced on Sunday.

“The BNP lead government is on war feet to the implementation of the National Renewable Energy Development Strategy (2026-2030), to inform stakeholders about government policies and incentives for expanding solar power and modern technologies related to solar energy will be displayed in the expo, where financing opportunities will be available for fostering effective linkage and partnerships among investors, financial institutions and entrepreneurs,” Iqbal Hassan Mahmood told at a media briefing on Sunday at Bidyut Bhaban.

He said the two-day expo, scheduled for November 3-4, will remain open to visitors at 9 am to 9 pm at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Centre (BCFCC) in Agargaon.

It will highlight key aspects of the renewable energy sector, including government incentives, modern green technologies, tax and duty benefits, green and climate financing, carbon credits, solar-powered irrigation systems, and training and skill development opportunities, the Minister added. The expo will gather policymakers, government agencies, development partners, financial institutions, technology suppliers, entrepreneurs, and general consumers.

The minister said four seminars would be held during the expo, focusing on various aspects of solar energy, its expansion across the country, increasing its share in the national energy mix, and encouraging individuals to install solar panels on rooftops and other unused land.

Taking part in the discussion, State Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Aninda Islam Amit said the government was working to reduce the electricity shortage by 2030 and minimise public suffering during the summer.

Power Division Secretary Mirana Mahrukh, Bangladesh Power Development Board (BPDB) Chairman Engineer Md Rezaul Karim, among others, attended the press conference.