Commerce Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir stated that the government has adopted a strict position against abnormal price hikes, manipulation, and market syndicates. Speaking at the inauguration of a farmers’ market in Sylhet on Saturday afternoon, he said the goal is to eliminate market syndicates from Bangladesh within the government’s current term.
The minister announced that the Trading Corporation of Bangladesh (TCB) will strengthen its operations. The government currently provides subsidies of about Tk 3,200 to 3,300 crore annually to ensure affordable food supply. He added that while subsidies will gradually be reduced, TCB’s market interventions will increase through higher imports to maintain balance. Efforts are also underway to modernize the entire supply system using advanced technology.
As part of agricultural development, Muktadir highlighted initiatives for canal re-excavation and water drainage in Sylhet. He said Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will inaugurate the re-excavation of the Basia Canal on May 2. Areas prone to waterlogging will receive improved drainage and irrigation facilities to boost crop production. A pilot project by the Department of Agricultural Extension may later expand nationwide if successful.
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