“With modern equipment and technology, FDC can become profitable again. No other considerations are necessary.”To illustrate her point, Tani cited figures from August 2025: “Our operational income increased to Tk 2.47 million from Tk 1.22 million the previous August. Previously, the facility had nine shooting floors, pond, garden, swimming pool, an artificial waterfall, a Zamindar mansion, and various shooting spots. In 2024–2025, income dropped to Tk 35.73 million, while expenditure rose to Tk 244.87 million, with deficits covered by government support. A senior ministry official said, “Many FDC staff cannot adapt to modern technology, making it difficult to operate modern equipment.

Source: bd News24 October 12, 2025 21:02 UTC