State Minister for Civil Aviation and Tourism M Rashiduzzaman Millat. Photo: CollectedJAMALPUR, March 16, 2026 (BSS) - State Minister for Civil Aviation and Tourism M Rashiduzzaman Millat today inaugurated the excavation of two canals here in the district aimed at improving irrigation and agricultural productivity. Speaking as the chief guest at the inauguration ceremony in Islampur Upazila, the state minister said that although 39 countries have increased fuel prices due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, Bangladesh has not raised fuel prices considering the hardships faced by farmers and ordinary people. During the programme, Millat inaugurated the excavation of the 12-kilometre Katakhali canal in the Gyebandha area of Islampur Upazila. Later, the state minister also inaugurated the excavation work of another five-kilometre canal in Madarganj Upazila.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha March 17, 2026 00:48 UTC