Dhaka-12 lawmaker Saiful Alam Khan Milon said there is no alternative to sports in tackling teenage gangs. He made the remarks on Friday afternoon as chief guest at the prize-giving ceremony after the final of the July Memorial Inter-Ward Football Tournament at BG Press Field in Mohakhali, Dhaka.

Milon, a Jamaat-e-Islami member of parliament, said members of teenage gangs could move away from criminal tendencies and become major assets in serving the country if proper care and support were ensured. He also stressed the need to develop regular exercise and sports habits to build a healthy and strong young generation.

The lawmaker called on families, society and all relevant stakeholders to work together to protect young people from the severe grip of drugs. He said different sports activities and sporting tournaments should be organised throughout the year to keep young people engaged in positive activities.