DHAKA, March 24, (V7N) — State Minister for Textiles and Jute Md Shariful Alam today said the government is taking initiatives to restore the lost heritage of Jamdani while boosting the country’s textile tradition and industry.

“The government is taking proper measures to revive the past glory of Jamdani. Necessary steps are being taken to strengthen research activities, expand markets, diversify raw materials and explore improved varieties,” he told reporters after visiting the ongoing Jamdani Village Project at Tarabo in Rupganj upazila of Narayanganj.

Highlighting the importance of the project, the minister said land filling, boundary wall construction and drainage systems are now at the final stage. He added that exhibition centres, sales outlets, and open spaces for fairs will be established to promote Jamdani weaving.

Replying to a question about reopening closed jute mills, Shariful Alam said the government is proceeding in line with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s election manifesto. “Reopening closed jute mills will play a significant role in industrialisation, employment generation and the overall economy,” he said.

He noted that out of 25 mills under the Bangladesh Jute Mills Corporation (BJMC), 14 have already been leased out, while processes are underway for the remaining ones. Both local and foreign entrepreneurs are being approached to invest in reopening mills or establishing new enterprises.

The Jamdani Village Project, launched in July 2023, is scheduled for completion by June 2026. However, the government is considering extending the project tenure to ensure its proper implementation and long‑term sustainability.

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