Prime Minister Tarique Rahman announced plans to make Cumilla a new administrative division and to establish an agricultural university in the region. He made the announcement on Saturday afternoon during a roadside rally at Lakshmipur Bazar field in Barura, Cumilla. Rahman said that all promises made by his government would be fulfilled gradually and urged citizens to remain patient as the economy faces pressure after 17 years of mismanagement.

He emphasized that the BNP government is committed to keeping its electoral promises, citing ongoing initiatives such as canal excavation, distribution of family and farmer cards, and honorariums for imams and priests. Rahman stated that rebuilding the country requires collective participation and that the people voted for the BNP based on its presented plans.

Highlighting Cumilla’s agricultural importance, Rahman said the region exports large quantities of produce nationwide. He added that he would soon discuss with the education minister the establishment of an agricultural university in Cumilla as a response to local demands.