The government has announced a big relief for senior citizens above 65. They will get to travel on trains for free and get a 25% discount on metro fares. The Finance Minister announced this on Thursday evening.<img><p>The government has decided to offer free train travel and a 25% discount on metro fares. The Finance Minister made this announcement on Thursday.</p><img>The minister said these steps aim to honour senior citizens’ contribution to the nation’s growth. This move will also strengthen the social security system.<img>If these proposals get the green light, they will reduce the financial burden on elderly travellers. It will also make essential services more accessible for them.<img>The government has also launched a ‘Family Card Programme’ for women’s empowerment. Under this, the female head of a family will get a 2,500 taka monthly allowance.<img>The Finance Minister also announced an increase in support for disabled persons. The number of beneficiaries will go up to 38 lakh, with a monthly allowance of 1,000 taka.<img>Bangladesh’s Finance Minister, Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury, made these announcements. He was speaking during the budget session in the National Parliament on Thursday, June 11.
