NCP’s southern regional organizer and Member of Parliament Hasanat Abdullah stated that Bangladesh’s recent fuel crisis resulted mainly from inadequate preparation. He made the remarks on Tuesday afternoon after a views-exchange meeting at the office of the Upazila Nirbahi Officer in Debidwar, Comilla. Abdullah said that after the new government was formed, a lack of readiness led to problems in diesel supply, allowing a syndicate to take advantage and cause public suffering. He also criticized certain power-producing groups for exploiting capacity charges.

Addressing broader national issues, Abdullah emphasized the need to uphold communal harmony to counter negative portrayals of Bangladesh. He added that ensuring unity among people of all faiths would help dispel post-election concerns in India. On law and order, he noted that public discussions reflect serious deterioration, claiming current crime reports have surpassed those during the interim government.

The meeting, chaired by Debidwar Upazila Nirbahi Officer Rakibul Islam, was attended by officials from the Roads and Highways Department and local political and community leaders.