Daganbhuiyan:Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Abdul Awal Mintoo, MP, affirmed that individuals involved in extortion, terrorism, or drug trading will face strict consequences, without exception for their identity or status. He emphasized that even if his own son were implicated in extortion, he should not be exempt from legal action.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the minister made these statements at an exchange meeting with local businesspeople, where he served as the chief guest. The meeting took place in Daganbhuiyan, where Mintoo highlighted the necessity of a peaceful and harmonious environment for thriving business and commerce, noting that adverse conditions deter investment and, consequently, employment opportunities.
Addressing concerns about drugs and juvenile gangs, Minister Mintoo mentioned that Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is aware of these issues and is committed to engaging youths in sports and cultural activities. The Prime Minister plans to initiate the Notun Kuri Sports programme and aims to establish a playground in every union to foster both physical and mental development among children and adolescents.
The minister called on the collective efforts of the administration, educators, social leaders, and guardians in ensuring the proper upbringing of the younger generation. He sought cooperation for the development of the Daganbhuiyan and Sonagazi areas, promising to address local issues progressively.
The meeting was chaired by Jasim Uddin Liton, general secretary of the Bazar Traders Welfare Association, and conducted by Golam Rasul Menon. Other notable speakers included Additional DIG of the Chattogram Range of Police Shafiqul Islam, Upazila Nirbahi Officer Md Shahidul Islam, and Daganbhuiyan Upazila BNP Convener Md Akbar Hossain.
Subsequently, Minister Mintoo visited various puja mandaps in Daganbhuiyan upazila.