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Affordable 5G smartphone hits Bangladesh at just Tk 9,000
Under the 'Digital Bangladesh for All' drive, 5 million devices in the first phase.
Thursday, September 3, 2026 at 11:00 AM3 min read
The government has launched the 'Digital Bangladesh for All' project to make smartphones affordable, with 5G-enabled devices available for just Tk 9,000 in the first phase.
The ICT division said 5 million devices will be distributed first, prioritising students and farmers.
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