95.4 % of schools, 87.5% of healthcare facilities have access to improved water sources: BBSDHAKA, Dec 21, 2025 (BSS) – About 95.4 percent of schools and 87.5 percent of healthcare facilities have access to improved water sources. However, when measured against the definition of basic water service — which requires the improved water source to be located within the premises — the proportion of compliant institutions drops. The survey findings said despite significant gaps in sanitation, access to improved water sources appears relatively high. Just 55.4 percent of schools have disability-friendly access to improved water points, while the figure is even lower in healthcare facilities at 40.9 percent. Only 11.1 percent of schools and 34.9 percent of healthcare facilities have a dedicated budget allocation for WASH.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha December 21, 2025 12:58 UTC