Dhaka, Mar 01 (V7N) – AB Party Chairman Mujibur Rahman Manju has called for a strict crackdown on market syndicates to control rising prices during Ramadan. He suggested that, if necessary, these syndicates should be brought under the ongoing "Operation Devil Hunt" campaign.

Manju made these remarks at a press conference on price control and law enforcement during Ramadan, held at the AB Party central office on Saturday morning.

Key Highlights from the Press Conference:

  • Crackdown on Syndicates – Urged strict action against market manipulators affecting essential commodity prices.
  • Link to Operation Devil Hunt – Suggested incorporating market syndicates into the ongoing crackdown on criminal activities.
  • Government’s Ramadan Challenge – Stated that price control and law enforcement would be a crucial test for the interim government.
  • Election Concerns – Argued that fair elections would not be possible if the economic and security situation remains unstable during Ramadan.
  • Traffic Management – Called for strict traffic control measures to ensure smoother movement during the holy month.

Manju emphasized that the government must identify those destabilizing the country and take immediate action. He expressed hope for a more stable Ramadan this year compared to previous ones.

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