DHAKA, June 7, (V7N) – The Cabinet Committee on Government Purchase (CCGP) today approved a proposal for Bangladesh Television (BTV) to acquire the all-media broadcasting rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026 directly from FIFA, ensuring nationwide access to the tournament. The approval came from the 25th meeting of the CCGP held at the Bangladesh Secretariat, with Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury in the chair.
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting placed the proposal before the committee seeking approval to procure the media rights from FIFA through the Direct Procurement Method (DPM). The total contract value for the acquisition has been set at Tk 72.71 crore. Under the proposal, BTV will obtain the "All Media Rights" for the tournament, enabling comprehensive coverage across various broadcasting platforms.
Officials said the committee reviewed the proposal, including its technical and financial aspects, and subsequently recommended it for approval. The procurement will be executed directly with FIFA, the governing body of international football. The initiative reflects the government's commitment to making major international sporting events accessible to people across the country through public broadcasting services.
The tournament will kick off on June 11 and continue until July 19. Bioscope+, a telco-agnostic aggregator platform of Grameenphone, will broadcast the World Cup, enabling viewers across Bangladesh to watch regardless of their network service provider. Matches will also be available through the MyGP and Skitto apps for uninterrupted streaming.
Chief Product Officer of Grameenphone Solaiman Alam said football is more than just a sport for customers — it is a shared emotion that brings people together. "We aim to ensure that every match is easily accessible, every moment is seamless, and every experience is truly enjoyable," he added. The acquisition will allow football fans nationwide to enjoy live coverage of the FIFA World Cup 2026 through BTV and digital platforms.
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