Faridpur: Prime Minister’s Adviser on Finance and Planning Rashed Al Mahmud Titumir emphasized that the government is taking active steps to address regional disparities in development, with a strong focus on public welfare under Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s leadership.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, during an exchange of views on regional development at the deputy commissioner’s conference room in Faridpur, Titumir outlined the government’s commitment to practical measures over mere rhetoric. He underscored the government’s consistent efforts to enhance the welfare of the populace, especially during these challenging times, through concrete initiatives.
Titumir highlighted that at the very first cabinet meeting, the Prime Minister announced a waiver of farm loans up to Tk 10,000 for farmers and fishermen. Furthermore, within a month of assuming office, a “family card” program was launched to aid vulnerable groups, demonstrating the government’s swift action towards welfare.
He further elaborated that balanced regional development is a primary objective, with coordination meetings already conducted in the Rajshahi and Rangpur divisions. This highlights the government’s commitment to reducing regional development gaps.
Titumir also criticized previous economic policies for their failure to generate sufficient employment opportunities, stating that creating jobs remains a central concern of the current administration.
The meeting was attended by several key figures, including State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam, lawmakers from five neighboring constituencies, deputy commissioners, and local and central leaders of the BNP and its affiliated organizations.