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Flood and Riverbank Erosion Risk Management Investment Program - Tranche 2 The multitranche financing facility (MFF) to the People's Republic of Bangladesh for the Flood and Riverbank Erosion Risk Management Investment Program was approved in 2014 to improve the livelihoods in the project area along the Jamuna, Padma, and Ganges rivers in central Bangladesh.  It will reduce flood and riverbank erosion risks in priority erosion reaches through structural and nonstructural interventions, and institutional and knowledge-based strengthening. It will implement three subprojects comprising climate-resilient flood embankments protecting critical riparian productive areas in central Bangladesh and capacity building initiatives. It will extend successful riverbank protection technologies of the ADB-financed Jamuna-Meghna River Erosion Mitigation Project to other areas, with necessary improvements. 

At the government's request the originally envisaged Tranches 2 and 3 of the MFF will be combined into a single and final tranche (Tranche 2). Tranche 2 will be a continuation of the works carried out under Tranche 1 and will build upon the achievements of Tranche 1.
Subregional Transport Project Preparatory Facility The proposed technical assistance loan will provide the facility to prepare a series of regional cooperation and integration (RCI) transport projects in roads and railways. The loan will ensure the projects are ready for implementation by providing funding for feasibility studies, detailed design preparation, procurement assistance, and safeguard implementation. The focus will be on priority transport corridors identified in the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) Regional Multimodal Transport Study.  Transport corridors linking with the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) countries--such as the Asian Highway Network and the Trans-Asia Rail Network--will also be targeted. While the facility will cover 8% of Bangladesh's major roads and 12% of its railways, development of these corridors would complete the subregional land transport network, which will stimulate both subregional trade and the Bangladesh economy.
South Asia Subregional Economic Cooperation (SASEC) Second Bangladesh–India Electrical Grid Interconnection Project The Second Bangladesh-India Electrical Grid Interconnection Project, as part of the South Asia Subregional Economic Cooperation (SASEC) Program, will help upgrade the power transmission capacity of the existing grid interconnection between Bangladesh and India from 500 megawatts to 1,000 megawatts. The power grid of western Bangladesh at Bheramara and the power grid of eastern India at Baharampur were first successfully interconnected in 2013 through the first Bangladesh India Electrical Grid Interconnection Project.
Khulna Sewerage System Development Project The proposed Khulna Sewerage System Development Project (KSSDP) will develop a new sewerage system in Khulna, covering commercial and densely populated areas with about 850,000 population by 2027. The project will specifically support (i) establishment of two sewage treatment plants with a capacity of 80,000 cubic meter (m3) per day and one fecal sludge treatment plant of 160 m3 per day; (ii) construction of 269 kilometers of sewer network; (iii) around 27,000 property level sewer connections; (iv) capacity development of the Khulna Water Supply and Sewerage Authority; and (v) awareness-raising on sanitation and hygiene.
Third Urban Governance and Infrastructure Improvement (Sector) Project - Additional Financing Building upon the successful implementation of earlier phases, the project will provide investment funds to pourashavas based on their governance performance. The project will develop towns with high growth potential in an integrated and holistic way both in terms of governance and infrastructure with an aim at making them model towns of the country. In addition to the focused interventions to these towns, the project will roll out application of governance performance criteria linked with fund allocation to all class-A pourashavas, in the country.
Urban Infrastructure Improvement Preparatory Facility The proposed Urban Infrastructure Improvement Preparatory Facility  for Bangladesh will help manage the technical and implementation issues upfront to secure high readiness of the ensuing investment projects for ADB financing. It will support the Department of Public Health Engineering (DPHE) in preparing water supply and sanitation investment projects in selected secondary towns and city corporations where development is lagging. In target towns, the facility will support the shift from intermittent and groundwater-based supply to continuous supply from surface water. It will also support the Narayanganj City Corporation (NCC) in improving water supply, drainage, and urban roads. Narayanganj is the fourth most populated city in Bangladesh and economically important because it is adjacent to Dhaka. The facility will build NCC's capacity for municipal financial management to ensure the sustainability of urban infrastructure investments, and their operation and management.
Dhaka Environmentally Sustainable Water Supply Project The project will provide more reliable and improved security of water supply in Dhaka by developing a new surface water supply scheme for supply augmentation, which includes the development of a water intake at Meghna River, a raw water transmission pipeline, a water treatment plant (WTP) at Gandharbpur with capacity of 500 million liters per day (MLD), a treated water transmission pipeline to the existing water supply network, and distribution reinforcements. The project will also include distribution network improvements to reduce nonrevenue water (NRW); and will improve the quality of water supply services, including support to low-income communities.
Southwest Transmission Grid Extension Project The project will improve the operational performance of the power sector and contribute to the Government of Bangladesh's target to achieve electricity for all by 2021 through   (i) constructing (a) a 400/132-kilovolt (kV) substation at Gopalganj; (b) a 230 kV transmission line in the southern zone, from Barisal to Faridpur; and (c) a 400 kV transmission line in the western zone, from Bogra to Rohanpur; and (ii) implementing a capacity development program in the electric utility industry to promote socially and gender inclusive growth . The project will use state-of-the-art conductors with higher power transmission capacity and lower energy loss in both the 230 kV and 400 kV transmission lines.
Reliance Bangladesh Liquefied Natural Gas and Power Project The proposed Project will include a natural gas fired power plant (CCPP). The 718 MW CCPP, utilizing re-gasified LNG (RLNG) as fuel, is proposed to be located on land allotted by Bangladesh Power Development Board (BPDB), in Meghnaghat, Narayanganj District. The project initially also included an LNG terminal located near Kutubdia Island but since ADB's Board approval, the Project scope has been reduced. The project will only consist of the CCPP and the ADB loan and guarantee amounts will be reduced accordingly.
Coastal Towns Environmental Infrastructure Project The project will strengthen climate resilience and disaster preparedness in eight vulnerable coastal pourashavas (secondary towns) of Bangladesh.  The project takes a holistic and integrated approach to urban development and will (i) provide climate-resilient municipal infrastructure; and (ii) strengthen institutional capacity, local governance, and public awareness for improved urban planning and service delivery considering climate change and disaster risks. Key infrastructure investments include (i) drainage; (ii) water supply; (iii) sanitation; (iv) cyclone shelters; and (v) other municipal infrastructure including emergency access roads and bridges, solid waste management, bus terminals, slum improvements, boat landings, and markets.  Investments will benefit the poor and women.
Flood and Riverbank Erosion Risk Management Investment Program - Tranche 2 The multitranche financing facility (MFF) to the People's Republic of Bangladesh for the Flood and Riverbank Erosion Risk Management Investment Program was approved in 2014 to improve the livelihoods in the project area along the Jamuna, Padma, and Ganges rivers in central Bangladesh. It will reduce flood and riverbank erosion risks in priority erosion reaches through structural and nonstructural interventions, and institutional and knowledge-based strengthening. It will implement three subprojects comprising climate-resilient flood embankments protecting critical riparian productive areas in central Bangladesh and capacity building initiatives. It will extend successful riverbank protection technologies of the ADB-financed Jamuna-Meghna River Erosion Mitigation Project to other areas, with necessary improvements. At the government's request the originally envisaged Tranches 2 and 3 of the MFF will be combined into a single and final tranche (Tranche 2). Tranche 2 will be a continuation of the works carried out under Tranche 1 and will build upon the achievements of Tranche 1.
Third Urban Governance and Infrastructure Improvement (Sector) Project The project will strengthen urban governance and improve urban infrastructure and service delivery in 30 pourashavas (municipalities) in Bangladesh. Building upon the successful
implementation of earlier phases, the project will provide investment funds to pourashavas based on their governance performance. The project will develop towns with high growth
potential in an integrated and holistic way both in terms of governance and infrastructure with an aim at making them model towns of the country. In addition to the focused interventions to these towns, the project will roll out application of governance performance criteria linked with fund allocation to all class-A pourashavas in the country.
Microenterprise Development Project The project aims to promote microenterprise development for inclusive economic growth and poverty reduction. It will support improving microenterprise access to finance through the Palli Karma Sahayak Foundation (PKSF), an apex development finance and capacity building organization; and its partner organizations (POs), which are selected microfinance institutions (MFIs). The overall project comprises (i) a financial intermediary loan of $50 million for a credit line to the PKSF and (ii) a TA grant of $500,000 for building capacity for microenterprise development.
Urban Primary Health Care Services Delivery Project The Asian Development Bank (ADB) supported Urban Primary Health Care Project (UPHCP) is one of the largest public-private partnerships (PPP) in the delivery of primary health care (PHC) in South Asia. The Government of Bangladesh with the assistance of ADB implemented the Urban Primary Health Care Project (UPHCP) from March 1998 to June 2005.  The Second Urban Primary Health Care Project (UPHCP-II), supported by ADB and the Governments of the United Kingdom and Sweden, commenced in July 2005 and was completed in December 2012.  A provision of $50 million has been made for the Bangladesh Urban Primary Health Care Services Delivery Project (UPHCSDP) in ADB's lending pipeline for 2012 in addition to $400,000 grant support for Supporting the Urban Primary Health Care Services Delivery Project in 2012. The UPHCSDP and the grant continue the provision of urban PHC, among others, through successful PPPs pioneered by UPHCP and UPHCP-II.  

With a density of 2,756 people per square kilometer (km2) in urban areas and 843 people per km2 overall, Bangladesh is the most densely populated country in the world (excluding a few city-states).  Bangladesh is urbanizing at a rapid pace and the country's urban population is expected to reach 89.5 million (from 39.5 million in 2005) by 2030.  According to one estimate, by 2020 the urban poor figure could be as high as 40%-60% of the urban population.  Notwithstanding higher economic growth in urban areas, the absolute number of poor households is increasing in urban Bangladesh due to migration of rural poor into urban areas. Studies have shown that the health indicators of the urban poor are as worse as those of the rural poor because of poorer living conditions, and limited urban PHC. Failure to provide urban PHC can have serious negative externalities, e.g., spread of communicable diseases, debilitating epidemics, reduction in economic productivity, among others.
Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise Development Project The Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise Development Project is aimed at accelerating the development of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), especially SMEs in rural and nonurban areas, by improving their access to medium- and long-term credit.
Dhaka Power System Expansion and Strengthening Project The proposed project supports the Government of Bangladesh in enhancing the electricity distribution network in the rapidly expanding city of Dhaka to ensure reliable electricity supply to residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. The project will construct substations, lay underground cables, and overhead lines to provide reliable, safe, and improved quality of electricity supply to 200,000 new and 1.1 million existing customers in Dhaka. In addition, the project will improve the energy efficiency and also support the improvement of the operational capacity of Dhaka Electric Supply Company (DESCO). The project's attached TA will enhance the government's and DESCO's public-private partnership (PPP) capacity, support the necessary reforms and develop a roadmap and action plan for strengthening DESCO's capacity for accessing commercial borrowing, and support inclusiveness in DESCO's operations by strengthening and monitoring gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) requirements during project implementation.
Rural Infrastructure Maintenance Program (Project Design Advance) The proposed Rural Infrastructure Maintenance Program (RIMP) will focus on improving rural road rehabilitation and maintenance in selected districts of Bangladesh.  The Asian Development Bank (ADB) will contribute to a $1.2 billion rural road and bridge maintenance policy,  and the Government of Bangladesh has requested project design advance (PDA) in the form of a loan to support preparatory activities for the RIMP. 

There has been significant improvement in rural infrastructure in Bangladesh since the 1990s, however, rural connectivity remains weak which impedes physical and economic access. For example, only 40% of the rural population has access to all-weather roads, and around 33% of upazila  and union roads and 84% of village roads remain unpaved. Improved economic growth has resulted in a rapid increase in road-based cargo transport in rural areas, which has aggravated poor rural road conditions. Over 40% of the rural road network is in poor condition and needs to be rehabilitated. Rehabilitation and maintenance budgets are insufficient, covering only 35% of needs, which has destabilized rural road networks. Weak construction and maintenance skills, overloading of vehicles, and extreme climate events have contributed to a significant rehabilitation and maintenance backlog. The rural road network, even under present climatic conditions, is seriously damaged during flooding and intense rainfall events.
City Region Development Project II (Project Design Advance) The PDA finances the consulting services for detailed design, safeguards assessment and bidding document preparation of the Second City Region Development Project. The project will support infrastructure development and regional urban planning to stimulate urban development in Dhaka and Khulna regions. The project will support the priority infrastructure investments recommended in the Dhaka Structure Plan and priority infrastructure investments as identified by the Khulna Development Authority.  It will also develop the physical and spatial planning in city regions to maximize economic benefits. The project will support strengthening the (i) transportation and/or road network and urban service delivery within Dhaka and Khulna regions; and (iii) coordination mechanisms of various agencies involved in delivering climate- and disaster-resilient, inclusive, and environmentally sensitive infrastructure and basic services in these two city regions.
Coastal Towns Infrastructure Improvement Project A PDA funded by $3.5 million equivalent from ADBs Special Funds resources will be provided to support the ensuing project.  The proposed Coastal Towns Infrastructure Improvement Project takes an integrated approach to urban environmental improvement in vulnerable coastal towns in Bangladesh that suffer deficits in basic urban services and are severely at risk to climate change. The project will provide climate-resilient municipal infrastructure with investments in water supply, sanitation, drainage, urban roads and bridges, solid waste management, slum improvement, and transport facilities. The project will strengthen local governance and capacity for sustainable service delivery and urban planning as well as improve natural disaster preparedness.  The Local Government Engineering Department, which has extensive experience in managing urban projects supported by the Asian Development Bank (ADB), will be the executing agency. 

The PDA will finance consultancy to undertake the following for the ensuing project: (i) conducting physical surveys; (ii) undertaking feasibility studies, including preliminary engineering design and cost estimates for subprojects; (iii) identifying and prioritizing subprojects; (iv) conducting technical assessments of subprojects; (v) undertaking detailed engineering designs, including specifications, drawings, and detailed cost estimates; (vi) preparing bidding documents; and (vii) analyzing the social and environmental safeguard implications of detailed designs and preparing necessary safeguard documentation.
Emergency Assistance Project-Additional Financing ADB's additional financing is expected to fill the resource gap and to support the medium-term needs. The committed funding by other donor agencies is mostly towards the humanitarian supports; hence, the gaps in the infrastructure for medium-term needs remain wide. The proposed second phase of the project is expected to finance the infrastructure for medium-term needs mainly and complement the above World Bank's project. Moreover, the government has requested urgent support from ADB to meet the immediate medical needs and mitigate the impact of the outbreak either through a new program or by extending the scope of the second phase of the project. The request includes (i) establishing isolation centers; (ii) ensuring sufficient supply of personal protective equipment and medical goods; (iii) bolstering diagnostic capabilities; (iv) establishing or strengthening emergency operations centers; (v) training health workers in case detection and management; (vi) enhancing risk communication; (vii) expanding disease surveillance in communities and points of entry; (viii) improving clinical management and health care services; and (ix) strengthening infection management and control.
Coastal Towns Infrastructure Improvement The project will strengthen climate resilience and disaster preparedness in eight vulnerable coastal pourashavas (secondary towns) of Bangladesh. The project takes a holistic and integrated approach to urban development and will (i) provide climate-resilient municipal infrastructure; and (ii) strengthen institutional capacity, local governance, and public awareness for improved urban planning and service delivery considering climate change and disaster risks. Key infrastructure investments include (i) drainage; (ii) water supply; (iii) sanitation; (iv) cyclone shelters; and (v) other municipal infrastructure including emergency access roads and bridges, solid waste management, bus terminals, slum improvements, boat landings, and markets. Investments will benefit the poor and women.
Southwest Area Integrated Water Resources Planning and Management Project - Additional Financing The additional financing will expand the success of the current project to nearby geographical areas in the southwest of the country, aiming at enhancing the livelihood of the rural population by improving the productivity and sustainability of existing underperforming flood control, drainage, and irrigation (FCDI) schemes. It will address constraints on agriculture, fisheries, and livelihood development through holistic and participatory planning, development, and management of water and delivery of support services.
Multitranche Financing Facility (MFF) - Secondary Education Sector Investment Program - Project 3 Tranche 3 will continue supporting the government's reform of secondary education (grades 6-12) into a system that prepares youths to meet the requirements of a rapidly developing economy. Building on earlier projects supported by ADB and the World Bank and Tranches 1 and 2,  Tranche 3 will support (i) implementation of fundamental reforms such as modernization of curriculum and standardization of examination; (ii) advanced teaching in science, math, English, Bangla; and (iii) use of information and communication technology in learning. Harmonized stipend, resource teacher program, and adolescent girls program will contribute to increase access and retention and completion of 6 years' schooling of secondary education. Sector management will be strengthened in decentralization, planning, monitoring and evaluation, procurement, and financial management. 
The tranche will support the government's comprehensive Secondary Education Development Program (SEDP) through a sector-wide approach (SWAp). The World Bank fund flow mechanism is harmonized with ADB, following the disbursement modality of Tranches 1 and 2. ADB and the World Bank have agreed to a common disbursement-linked indicator (DLI) matrix. In addition, the World Bank will provide parallel cofinancing amounting to $520 million and United Nations agencies will provide technical assistance to SEDP following SWAp arrangements.
South Asia Subregional Economic Cooperation Road Connectivity Project The proposed project will (i) upgrade about 110 kilometers (km) of Dhaka-Northwest corridor by 4-laning of the Joydebpur-Chandra-Tangail-Hatikamrul Road and (ii) improve 2 land ports at Benapole and Burimari. This trunk road section forms part of a major international road corridor. The project will also strengthen the capacity of the road sector. By increasing road capacity of a major international trade corridor and enhancing land port capacity, the project will not only boost the national economy but also facilitate subregional cooperation and increase trades.
Skills for Industry Competitiveness and Innovation Program The results-based program (RBL) will increase the provision of skilled workforce for industry competitiveness and innovation. The program will have the following outputs: (i) training for advanced technical skills in priority and emerging sectors improved, (ii) managerial capabilities and green innovation capacity strengthened, (iii) socially inclusive skilling and upskilling expanded, and (iv) institutional capacity for skills monitoring and management enhanced.
Third Capital Market Development Program The objective of the Third Capital Market Development Program (CMDP3) is the enhanced capacity and size of the capital market that is grounded on a strong legal and regulatory framework.