Khilgaon:State Minister for Road Transport and Highways Division, Habibur Rashid, inaugurated a Farmers' Mini Cold Storage in Khilgaon. This facility aims to expand storage options for crops produced by local farmers.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the mini cold storage, described as a large refrigerator, will allow farmers to preserve their crops effectively. The initiative, launched near Gouranagar Central Jame Mosque, is part of the Agricultural Rehabilitation Assistance Programme for the 2025-26 fiscal year. It is a pilot project, and if successful, similar facilities may be expanded in the future.
Habibur, who is also a member of parliament from Dhaka-9, highlighted several development projects in the area. The tender process for the long-demanded Kayetpara Bridge is expected to conclude this month, with construction possibly starting early next year. Additionally, efforts are being made to clean and recover the Manda and Jirani canals, with the Bangladesh Navy involved in the canal recovery process.
The state minister also mentioned ongoing collaborations with the city corporation to implement these initiatives. Moreover, the tender process for a new road serving the area near a local temple has been completed. The event was attended by BNP leaders, activists, and local dignitaries.