Bangladeshi voters want clean air, safe water as parties stick to roads and bridges model: CPD Survey

A nationwide survey by the Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD), published on Saturday, has found a significant gap between voters’ expectations and political parties’ priorities in building a green and sustainable society, even as environmental concerns increasingly shape public aspirations ahead of the national election.The study titled “State of and Expectations on ‘Green and Sustainable Economy’ in Electoral Constituencies: Survey Findings on Voters and Candidates” was presented by CPD Research Director Khondaker Golam Moazzem at the BRAC Centre in Mohakhali.Conducted in 150 environmentally vulnerable constituencies, the study found that voters overwhelmingly prioritise cleaner air, safe drinking water and stronger environmental protection. However, political parties continue to frame development largely around traditional infrastructure such as roads and bridges, paying limited attention to structural green reforms.The findings are based on interviews with 1,200 voters and 450 political party representatives across all eight divisions, focusing on perceptions of environmental, economic and social dimensions ...

• 07 Feb 2026