Rajshahi:Land Minister Mizanur Rahman Minu, MP, emphasized the importance of restoring the lost heritage of the Rajshahi Silk Factory and the Silk Board to enrich the national economy. The government is introducing new power looms to boost production at the factory.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Minister Minu announced the inauguration of power looms to increase the factory's production and outlined plans for launching 25 additional looms in the future. He spoke as the chief guest at the inauguration ceremony of planting two lakh mulberry saplings under the National Tree Plantation Program and the commissioning of 15 power looms at the silk factory.
The event took place at the Bangladesh Sericulture Development Board (BSDB) premises. Minu highlighted the historical significance of silk, noting that during British rule and earlier, Bengal's silk and muslin industries played a crucial role in the global economy. However, the Rajshahi Silk Factory later suffered due to international conspiracies and internal mismanagement.
He stressed the need for avoiding conflicts and protecting the institution as a vital livelihood source, ensuring proper recognition of skilled workers. Minu advocated for running the factory like a family, fostering cooperation between officers and workers, and expressed hope for reviving Rajshahi Silk's global reputation through governmental initiatives and collective efforts.
The program was presided over by the Director General of the Bangladesh Sericulture Development Board, Toufiq Al Mahmud, with special guests including MPs, local officials, and business leaders. The event was attended by officials, employees, workers, businessmen, political leaders, and media personnel.