Bangladesh Journal of Administration and Management

Revitalising Municipal Governance: The Impact of Deputing Chief Executive Officers in the Municipalities of Bangladesh

Sumit Saha — 2026-01-15

This article explores the impact of deputing Chief Executive Officers
(CEOs) in the municipalities of Bangladesh and how this strategy has
brought about transformational changes in the governance and
administration of these local government institutions. Initially,
appointing CEOs in municipalities was intended to improve operational
efficiency, increase transparency, and ensure accountability within
local governance structures. But it was challenging to assign the BCS
(Administration) cadre officials in the local representative-led
municipalities. Through a comprehensive analysis of the implementation
process and its outcomes, this article highlights the significant
impacts in service delivery, financial management, and citizen
engagement achieved by such deployment. Drawing on empirical
evidence and case studies, the article demonstrates the effectiveness of
this initiative in revitalizing municipal management and fostering
sustainable development at the grassroots level.

Integrated Data Governance and Predictive Analytics for Enhancing Public Service Management in Bangladesh: A Framework for Evidence-Based Decision-Making

Forkan Elahi — 2026-01-16

This research paper explores how Bangladesh can enhance its public service management through a comprehensive framework for integrated data governance and predictive analytics. Despite significant advancements through e-governance initiatives, the public sector suffers from fragmented and disconnected data systems, hindering efficient decision-making. This study proposes a holistic framework to integrate data governance across government agencies, enabling predictive analytics to improve policy formulation, resource allocation, and service delivery. By examining the challenges and lessons from global practices, this research provides a practical, scalable framework tailored to Bangladesh's governance needs. The paper highlights how predictive analytics can anticipate issues such as health crises, disaster management, and urban growth, positioning Bangladesh to deliver more efficient, transparent, and citizen-centered governance.

Role of Training on Capacity Development for Land Development Tax Management in Bangladesh

Rebeka Sultana — 2026-01-16

This study investigates the role of training in strengthening the

capacity of Union Land Office (ULO) officials in Bangladesh to

manage the Land Development (LD) Tax system, especially in the

wake of digitisation reforms under the Land Development Tax Act,

2023. Findings reveal that most of the officials receive only a limited

amount of training in their careers, let alone refresher courses. Even

these limited training programs remain theoretical, fragmented, and

inconsistent, with limited attention to hands-on practice,

behavioural skills, and continuous professional development. Most

officials show moderate legal literacy and weak digital proficiency,

often relying on informal learning or outsourced IT support. Though

officials perceive themselves as friendly as citizens, service

recipients report bureaucratic indifference and poor communica-

tion. The study concludes that enhancing ULO capacity through

systematic and practical training is indispensable for successful LD

Tax administration and digital land governance. By aligning

training content with real-world administrative challenges,

Bangladesh can foster more efficient, transparent, and

citizen-friendly LD Tax management, thereby advancing both

revenue collection and public trust in land administration

institutions.

Political Influence on the Level of Non-performing Loans in Bangladesh

Farzana Ferdous — 2026-01-16

The objective of this study is to develop a framework that explains how

political influence shapes the level of Non-Performing Loans (NPLs)

in the banking sector through a literature review approach. NPLs pose

a significant threat to financial stability, and political interference

through directed lending and regulatory pressure can exacerbate the

problem. The study also examines the political influence on NPLs by

including specific moderating factors, i.e., political campaign staff,

nepotism, anti-corruption legislation, audit committees, boards of

directors, political interference, regulatory quality, corporate

governance, bank ownership structure, and political patronage,

alongside the independent variable, political influence. The study

concludes that political party affiliation, personal guarantees of

collateral, borrowers’ political and social backgrounds, reliance on

politically aligned boards of directors and audit committees,

insufficient training and development regarding problematic loans, and

misguidance from the central bank play crucial roles in increasing

NPLs. The findings suggest that political stability is essential for

keeping NPL ratios low, based on theoretical discussions, although no

empirical results have been presented.

Green Innovation and Sustainable Competitive Advantage: Evidence from Manufacturing Firms in Bangladesh

Md. Salah Uddin — 2026-01-16

Environmental pressures and evolving buyer requirements are

compelling manufacturing firms in emerging economies to integrate

sustainability into their competitive strategies. In Bangladesh,

however, empirical evidence on how different types of green

innovation shape sustainable competitive advantage (SCA) remains

limited. This study examines how three dimensions of green

innovation, such as green product, process, and technology

innovation, affect SCA among Bangladeshi manufacturing firms,

drawing on the Natural Resource-Based View (NRBV). A

quantitative cross-sectional survey was administered to 180

manufacturing firms, yielding 164 fully completed responses from

managers knowledgeable about innovation and sustainability

practices. Data were analysed using Partial Least Squares Structural

Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) in SmartPLS 4.0, with reliability,

convergent and discriminant validity, model fit, and structural paths

rigorously assessed. Green product innovation has a positive and

statistically significant effect on SCA, whereas green process and

green technology innovations exhibit non-significant relationships

with SCA. Model fit indices (e.g., SRMR, NFI) indicate an acceptable

overall model. The findings suggest that market-visible, eco-friendly

product initiatives are currently the most effective route to sustainable

competitiveness in Bangladesh’s manufacturing sector. Managers

should prioritise green product innovation, while policymakers

design financial and technical support mechanisms to deepen process

and technology capabilities, enabling a gradual shift from

compliance-driven to strategically embedded green innovation.