Sylhet:Labour and Employment and Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment Minister Ariful Haque Choudhury stated the government's commitment to regional development, particularly ensuring the overall development of the Sylhet region.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Ariful Haque Choudhury highlighted various plans aimed at improving healthcare and communication infrastructure in the Companiganj upazila of Sylhet. These initiatives are expected to benefit local residents, expand tourism opportunities, and ensure the effective use of natural resources.
The minister made these remarks as the chief guest at the induction and reception ceremony of the newly formed committee of the Companiganj Samity in Sylhet. The event took place at Shaheed Soleman Hall in Sylhet city, with Professor Md Tutiur Rahman, the convener of the samity's election management committee, presiding.
Deputy Secretary of the Ministry of Labour and Employment Md Shamsul Islam, Sylhet Press Club General Secretary Sirajul Islam, Samity President Rafiqul Haque, and General Secretary Advocate Kamal Hossain were among the participants in the discussion.
Minister Choudhury assured that a new land port would be established in the future in Companiganj, complementing the existing one in this resource-rich area. He encouraged the concerned parties to seize opportunities for exporting manpower abroad, stressing the importance of acquiring basic technical skills before going overseas.
Furthermore, the minister emphasized the need for workers to learn the basics of the language of their destination countries. He noted that this would not only facilitate everyday communication but also aid workers in quickly adapting to new linguistic environments.