Withering Power: Bangladesh's Energy Crunch Reveals Deeper Systemic Flaws The streets of Dhaka are growing darker earlier as the government imposes curfews on shops and malls to conserve electricity.
The move is a stark reminder of the energy crisis gripping Bangladesh, where gas shortages have become an almost permanent fixture.
Bangladesh has been increasingly relying on imported liquefied natural gas (LNG) to meet its power needs. Domestic gas production has declined, forcing the country to buy LNG at volatile global prices.