Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Minister and BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir stated that his ministry will not tolerate corruption and that the Anti-Corruption Commission is responsible for addressing such issues. He made the remarks on Saturday after a meeting with heads of government offices at the Thakurgaon Deputy Commissioner’s conference room.

The minister said a team from the ministry has already visited Thakurgaon to assess the establishment of a medical college, with student admissions expected to begin by 2027. He emphasized priorities including drug control, improvement of local government institutions, ongoing development projects, and enhanced citizen services. Discussions also covered the development of Thakurgaon Sadar Hospital, municipal infrastructure, and agricultural projects.

Mirza Fakhrul added that initiatives are underway to ensure food and security for citizens and to promote women’s development, noting that the family card process has already started in Thakurgaon. He urged focusing on building a prosperous and democratic nation rather than dwelling on corruption allegations.