Rajshahi:Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today distributed Tk 12 crore in incentives to 38,970 sugarcane farmers in the Rajshahi region to aid in their cultivation efforts.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the Prime Minister executed the transfer of funds directly to the farmers' mobile accounts during a public rally held at Haji Muhammad Mohsin Government High School ground. By pressing a button on a computer, he initiated the digital transaction, assuring the farmers that the government's support would reach them swiftly.
He expressed optimism that the financial assistance would benefit the sugarcane growers, stating, "I hope this assistance will help farmers cultivate sugarcane." Additionally, Tarique Rahman personally handed over cheques to 15 selected sugarcane farmers at the event.
The gathering, attended by thousands of party leaders, activists, and members of the Hindu community, was chaired by BNP Acting Secretary General Advocate Ruhul Kabir Rizvi. The crowd enthusiastically participated in the proceedings, echoing religious expressions of gratitude during the fund transfer.
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman was welcomed at the venue by BNP leaders and supporters. Also present were prominent figures including BNP Standing Committee Member Gayeshwar Chandra Roy, Cultural Affairs Minister Nitai Roy Chowdhury, and several Rajshahi lawmakers and officials.
Following the rally, the Prime Minister is scheduled to visit the Durga Puja mandap at Rajshahi Dharmasabha Temple to interact with the Sanatan community before departing for Chattogram.