DHAKA, Jan 27, 2026 (BSS) – The government today approved separate proposals to procure 1 crore litres of soybean oil and 10,000 metric tons of lentil to stabilize the market ahead of the Holy Month of Ramadan. He said considering the upcoming Holy Month of Ramadan, the committee approved the procurement of 10,000 metric tons of lentils and one crore litres of refined soybean oil. The proposal, placed by the Ministry of Commerce, involves procurement of lentil through national open tender method in 10 separate lots. The total estimated cost stands at Taka 70.96 crore with a unit price of Taka 70.96 per kilogram. In a bid to keep edible oil prices stable, the government has also approved a proposal to procure 1 crore liters of refined soybean oil.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha January 27, 2026 11:54 UTC