Dhaka, Oct 06 (V7N)- Prime Minister’s Information Adviser Dr Zahed Ur Rahman has said all district commissioners (DCs) have been instructed to strengthen monitoring to ensure a normal supply of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) in the retail market and its sale at government-fixed prices.
He made the remarks at a briefing on the government’s activities at the Secretariat on Tuesday (October 6).
Zahed said the government would take decisions regarding Chattogram Port based on the interests of the state and the people. He said some decisions could affect individuals, organizations or groups, but the government would consult all stakeholders before making any final decision.
He said the government would not abandon a decision considered beneficial to the public simply because it might conflict with the interests of certain groups. At the same time, he stressed the importance of discussions with port workers and other stakeholders.
Regarding the attack on journalists at Rajshahi University, the adviser described the incident as deeply regrettable and said those responsible would face action if criminal offenses were established. He noted that some individuals had initially been expelled from the Chhatra Dal.
On the Teesta Master Plan, Zahed said the government remains committed to implementing the project. He said the question of whether funding would come from Bangladesh, China or another source was secondary to ensuring that the project serves the country's interests.
The adviser said the revised Teesta plan is also being examined for water conservation and storage, alongside measures for river management, dredging, flood control and erosion prevention.
On political reconciliation, Zahed said the government would not compromise with those who show no remorse over the July massacre and continue making threats. He also said any future reconciliation process involving the Awami League would require the party to acknowledge its responsibility and establish the necessary basis for dialogue.
He said 434,000 Bangladeshi workers had gone abroad for employment during the past seven months despite various global crises.
Referring to recent unrest, including the Mirpur incident, Zahed said the government had made its position clear that such activities would not be tolerated. He warned that continued public dissatisfaction and failure by law enforcement agencies to take appropriate action could have consequences for the government.
The adviser said people have certain expectations from the government and that public support could decline if those expectations are not met. He added that stabilizing the energy situation would help resolve many of the problems facing the country.
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