Dhaka:Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is anticipated to inaugurate the inaugural 'Bangladesh Solar Expo 2026' at 1030 am on November 3 at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Centre in Agargaon.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Iqbal Hassan Mahmood announced that the two-day expo will be open to visitors from November 3-4, under the theme "Use Every Inch of Rooftop, Increase Income from Solar Power." The Prime Minister is scheduled to inaugurate the expo and visit various stalls.
The expo is jointly organized by the Power Division, Power, Energy and Mineral Resources, and Infrastructure Development Company Limited (IDCOL). Four seminars will be held during the event, focusing on solar energy's expansion across the country, increasing its share in the national energy mix, and encouraging the installation of solar panels on rooftops and unused land.
State Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Aninda Islam Amit highlighted that the government aims to reduce electricity shortages by 2030. Power Division Secretary Mirana Mahrukh and BPDB Chairman Engineer Md Rezaul Karim were also present at the press conference.
The event aims to support the National Renewable Energy Development Strategy (2026-2030) and inform stakeholders about government policies and incentives for expanding solar power. The expo will showcase modern solar technologies, financing opportunities, and foster partnerships among investors, financial institutions, and entrepreneurs.
Participants include policymakers, government agencies, development partners, financial institutions, technology suppliers, and general consumers. Key discussions will include government incentives, modern green technologies, tax benefits, green financing, carbon credits, solar irrigation systems, and training opportunities.