Authorities in Uzirpur upazila of Barishal have decided to prohibit the sale of harmful steroids without a doctor’s prescription ahead of the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha and the seasonal livestock markets. The decision was taken during a monthly development and law and order meeting held at the upazila parishad conference room on Wednesday morning, chaired by Upazila Nirbahi Officer Md. Ali Suja.

The meeting stated that the restriction aims to prevent misuse of steroids and other drugs used for fattening sacrificial animals, which pose health risks to humans. Officials warned that legal action would be taken against anyone violating the directive. The administration also announced strict measures to ensure that only genuine farmers can supply paddy under the government’s Boro rice procurement program, warning against political or illegal interference.

Officials from various departments, law enforcement, and local representatives attended the meeting, where participants also called for collective efforts to make Uzirpur free from drugs, terrorism, and extortion.