State Minister for Water Resources Farhad Hossain Azad said the government is actively working to ensure uninterrupted diesel and electricity supply for farmers cultivating jute, rice, and maize. He made the remarks on Friday, April 3, during a meeting with journalists at the Water Development Board rest house in Faridpur. The minister also stated that there is no fuel shortage in the country.

He explained that despite global oil price increases caused by the ongoing war and global conditions, the government is maintaining a stable domestic supply. He accused some dishonest traders of creating an artificial crisis to exploit the public and instructed local administrations to strengthen monitoring. On river erosion in Faridpur, he said the government will undertake stronger and more sustainable projects to protect people’s property.

Farhad Hossain further announced a zero-tolerance policy against corruption in the Water Development Board, promising transparency in tender processes, canal excavation, and all development activities. Several local officials and members of parliament attended the event.