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Bangladesh has launched the Padma Barrage project with an initial investment of Tk34,608 crore, part of a total estimated cost of Tk50,443.64 crore. The project, designed to manage river flow and enhance agricultural productivity, will feature 78 spillway gates and generate approximately 113 megawatts of hydropower, benefiting around 1.9 million hectares of land. Completion is anticipated between March 2026 and June 2033, with projected annual financial gains of Tk73,600 crore.