Commerce Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir on Monday said commodity prices and supply in the capital’s markets remain satisfactory during Ramadan, warning that action will be taken if any irregularities are found. The minister made the remarks after a surprise visit to Mohammadpur Town Hall Kitchen Market in the city, where he inspected shops and spoke to traders and consumers. “The market situation during Ramadan is normal. Mentioning that monitoring activities are ongoing, Muktadir said 10 teams from the National Consumer Rights Protection Directorate are conducting daily drives, alongside three additional teams from the ministry. Later, the minister also inspected the capital’s largest wholesale kitchen market at Karwan Bazar and exchanged views with traders and buyers about the overall market situation.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 23, 2026 13:07 UTC