Bangladesh’s Minister of Power and Energy, Iqbal Hasan Mahmud Tuku, announced that electricity prices will not rise for now, despite public fears fueled by opposition claims linking potential hikes to the ongoing war. Speaking at an event organized by the Northern Region Student Forum at the National Press Club on Sunday, he said the country’s fuel reserves are increasing as two oil tankers have anchored to deliver supplies.
The minister explained that one tanker has already anchored and another was expected later in the day, which will further boost reserves. However, he emphasized that rationing will continue until the war ends to ensure sustainable consumption. He urged citizens and party members to remain vigilant against fuel smuggling and black-market activities.
Tuku reiterated that although reserves are improving, prudent management is essential to maintain stability until supply chains normalize. The government aims to balance fuel availability with responsible usage during the uncertain duration of the conflict.
স্টাফ রিপোর্টার প্রকাশ : ০৮ মার্চ ২০২৬, ১৭: ০০আপডেট : ০৮ মার্চ ২০২৬, ১৭: ৩৬ বিদ্যুৎ ও জ্বালানি মন্ত্রী ইকবাল হাসান মাহমুদ টুকু বলেছেন, মানুষের মধ্যে বিরোধীরা আতঙ্ক ছড়িয়েছে যে আমরা হয়ত এই যুদ্ধের কারণে বিদ্যুৎ এবং জ্বালানি তেলের দাম বাড়িয়ে দেবো।
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