Dhaka: Senior Secretary of the Land Ministry, ASM Saleh Ahmed, emphasized today that the accuracy and efficiency of land services are significantly reliant on the skills and integrity of surveyors. He highlighted the crucial role these professionals play in the advancement and modernization of land management services during a training program for newly-joined surveyors at the Land Administration Training Center (LATC) in the capital.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Saleh Ahmed pointed out that the level of sophistication in a country’s land management system, and the speed and accuracy of land services provided to its citizens, are largely determined by the professional capabilities, honesty, and sense of responsibility of surveyors. Their role in establishing modern and citizen-friendly land services is invaluable, he noted.
The training program, moderated by Deputy Director (Training) and Deputy Secretary Rumana Rahman Shampa, saw the Land Secretary affirming the pivotal role of surveyors in defining land boundaries, preparing accurate maps, amending records, confirming ownership, and resolving disputes related to land.
Saleh Ahmed stressed the necessity of technological proficiency among surveyors to enable the delivery of land services directly to the populace in the digital era. He mentioned that utilizing technologies such as drone surveys, GIS, GPS, and digital maps can significantly enhance the speed, accuracy, and transparency of land surveying processes.
Highlighting the government’s commitment to merit-based appointments, Saleh Ahmed remarked that all appointments during the current administration’s tenure have been based on merit and competence. He expressed confidence that individuals with meritorious backgrounds are inherently inclined towards responsibility, morality, professionalism, and good governance.
The event featured a welcome speech by Deputy Director of LATC, Khan A Sabur Khan, and was chaired by LATC Director Mohammad Abul Khair.