There is no alternative to tobacco control, and effective steps are needed now," he added. He alleged that various vested groups resist tobacco control efforts. He has also taken steps to reduce unnecessary expenditure, including limiting the use of official transport and electricity," he said. At the beginning of the programme, a brief presentation was made on the steps taken by the BNP government in tobacco control in Bangladesh, along with a video depicting the horrific picture and harm of tobacco use. The programme also called for the Tobacco Control Ordinance-2025 to be converted into law.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha April 04, 2026 11:32 UTC